As a Social Prescribing Link Worker, you will work closely with primary care teams to enable individuals to find the support they need in their community to manage their health and well-being. You will also enable people to have more control over their lives, develop skills and give their time to others through involvement in community groups. You will see people in their local GP practice and community venues and may visit people in their homes. 

In your role as Link Worker job, you can expect to: 

• Use motivational interviewing and other techniques to establish the needs of the individual 
• Support individuals to address barriers to accessing services or maintaining independence 
• Empower individuals to maximise their potential, producing action plans and facilitating follow-through 
• Accompany individuals to community groups, activities and statutory services 
• Effectively manage and prioritise a caseload of individuals offering 4-6 sessions, depending on their needs