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COMMUNITY LINK WORKER
Part-time: 25 hours per week
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
We are a local Charity passionate about supporting disadvantaged people in our community. We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Link Worker to join our team.
The purpose of the Community Link Worker is to work alongside individuals who are impacted by homelessness, poverty or social exclusion, preparing them for healthier, happier, independent and purposeful futures.
Adopting a person-centred, outcomes focussed approach, you will link clients to a whole range of social, community and partnership support, to empower them to move forward with their lives.
ABOUT THE ROLE
- Permanent
- £17,376 increasing to £18,291 following successful completion of probationary period
- Part time - 25 hours per week
- 24 days Basic annual leave
- Occupational sick pay
- Location - based in the centre of Wellingborough
KEY RESPONSIBILITES
- Undertaking client needs assessments and developing client led, outcomes focussed support plans
- Proactively engaging with clients, to motivate, encourage and support them in achieving their goals, monitoring and completing regular progress reviews.
- Liaising and effectively communicating with our partnership organisations to ensure a multiagency approach in providing wrap around client support
- Maintaining accurate, up to date client records, ensuring that all interventions and outcomes are recorded
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults? Do you want a role that allows you to balance meaningful work with your personal life? Whether you're looking for part-time hours to fit around other commitments or seeking a fulfilling career change, this opportunity offers flexibility while making a real impact.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of issues related to housing and homelessness, mental health, substance misuse, and benefits. They will be an excellent advocate, with a solid grasp of trauma-informed approaches and the ability to engage with people in a non-judgmental, proactive, and solution-focused way. Creativity, problem-solving, and a compassionate approach are key to success in this role.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, applicants must submit a brief personal statement outlining how their skills and experience align with the job role and person specification. Applications without a personal statement will not be shortlisted for an interview.
We look forward to hearing from you.
