Longford Community Resources Clg, Local Development Company

Wish to recruit

A Social Prescribing Link Worker

in a job-sharing role

The Social Prescribing Link Worker is responsible for connecting people to community groups, organisations, and statutory services for practical and emotional support, with the overall purpose of improving health and wellbeing and improving social support.

The successful candidate will have:

• Level 8 Qualification in a Social, Community, Health related field
• A minimum of 3 Years employment in a field of Community Development, Health or Social Care
• Experience of working directly with clients in a supportive capacity
• Must be able to demonstrate working collaboratively with service providers and agencies
• Have a working knowledge of reducing health inequalities in all communities and an understanding of the wider determinants of health
• A commitment to equality, human rights and social inclusion.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills.
• Excellent planning, report writing, evaluation and computer skills.
• A full clean Driving Licence and access to own transport.

Commencement of employment is subject to successful completion of Garda Vetting. A probationary period will apply. Starting salary from €43,628 per annum (full time equivalent) dependent on experience and qualification, salary pro rata to working hours.

For a job description and application form for the position please contact Longford Community Resources on 043 3345555. 

Closing date for applications is 4pm on 13th December 2024. Late applications will not be accepted, and canvassing may disqualify. Shortlisting for interview will apply and a panel may be formed.

Longford Community Resources Clg is an equal opportunities employer.