NHS
Job title:
Community Connector (Brief Intervention)
Company
NHS
Job description
About Reach and ConnectReach and Connect is a service commissioned by the London Borough of Haringey.Public Voice is the lead partner for the Reach and Connect programme and has joint responsibility with partners Mind in Haringey and Vibrance to recruit and supervise the team of six community connectors.The Connectors are employed by one of the three consortium partners Public Voice, MIND, and Vibrance: with day-to-day management by the Programme Manager.For this role you will be employed by: Vibrance.Reach and Connect are an innovative multi-agency programme supporting Haringey residents who are 50+, at risk of social isolation or who have suffered a recent life event that effects their wellbeing.Main duties of the jobThe roleAs Community Connector focussed on brief intervention support you will play a key role in delivering the outcomes of the Reach and Connect service for older people in Haringey, providing 1to1 support be it in person, at drop ins, in a residents home or remotely by:listening to individual priorities and aspirationshelping them to access a range of informationconnecting them to the right help from available servicessupporting them to develop relationships and community networksgetting individuals voice heard about things that matter to themhelping to access volunteering opportunities/ which may improve employability and/or community engagement.You will therefore be responsible for offering generic and specialist information, signposting, guidance and short-term support to older people living in Haringey to maintain their independence, remain in their own home and live well for longer.About YouWe are looking for individuals who are passionate about improving the lives of older people, and the who have well developed interpersonal skills.Display warmth and understanding, understand the importance of being a good team player and enjoy being a creative problem solver.About usPublic Voice is a Community Interest Company (CIC) with a mission to improve neighbourhoods, the lives of the people who live in them and the public services they use.Through our work, we ensure people in the community are heard bringing together diverse voices and including those who find themselves marginalised or are rarely reached by service providers. We take a user-centred, co-production approach to understanding individuals and communities needs, and translate that into meaningful insights for service providers in government, public health, and housing. The results are better outcomes for residents and service users, more effective and efficient services for providers, and stronger and healthier neighbourhoods.Date posted18 November 2024Pay schemeOtherSalary£30,500 a yearContractFixed termDuration15 monthsWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference numberB0535-24-0013Job locationsTottenham Town HallTown Hall Approach RoadLondonN15 4RXVibranceCambridge Heath RoadLondonE2 9DAJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob SummaryTo have main responsibility towards delivery of brief intervention service, to ensure that those who need a short-term intensive intervention receive one to one support and advocacy when appropriate.To support Community Connectors in their delivery of outreach activities.To signpost older people to appropriate services, including those in the community and voluntary sector which may be able to meet their current and future needs.To make sources of information about services available to individuals so that they are able to help themselves.To connect people with the wide range of community activities available in Haringey and elsewhere to provide opportunities for new friendships and reduce social isolation.Where appropriate to connect people to each other through shared common interests and the need for mutual support.To work in partnership with existing community navigators, VCS organisations and Statutory Services.To ensure that all contacts, referrals and related activities are recorded on the CRM in a timely manner and before each quarterly reporting deadline.To provide performance information, data analysis and written reports as required.To contribute to achieving the targets and milestones necessary to meet the Contract specification and outcomes. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob SummaryTo have main responsibility towards delivery of brief intervention service, to ensure that those who need a short-term intensive intervention receive one to one support and advocacy when appropriate.To support Community Connectors in their delivery of outreach activities.To signpost older people to appropriate services, including those in the community and voluntary sector which may be able to meet their current and future needs.To make sources of information about services available to individuals so that they are able to help themselves.To connect people with the wide range of community activities available in Haringey and elsewhere to provide opportunities for new friendships and reduce social isolation.Where appropriate to connect people to each other through shared common interests and the need for mutual support.To work in partnership with existing community navigators, VCS organisations and Statutory Services.To ensure that all contacts, referrals and related activities are recorded on the CRM in a timely manner and before each quarterly reporting deadline.To provide performance information, data analysis and written reports as required.To contribute to achieving the targets and milestones necessary to meet the Contract specification and outcomes.Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
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QualificationsEssential
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Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
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QualificationsEssential
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Expected salary
£30500 per year
Location
East London – North London
Job date
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:41:54 GMT
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