Typical tasks include
> Being aware of and keeping up to date with local community services appropriate to our service users with support from the Community Connector Manager.
> Supporting lonely & socially isolated service users to build confidence, self-esteem and to regain independence
> Listening to people's needs, aspirations and concerns and co-creating a step plan to ensure the person meets their aims. This may involve providing advice on regular, healthy nutrition and hydration and managing hygiene.
> Supporting people to attend local community services suitable to their needs, helping them identify other activities in the area and going with them as necessary. This enables access to various health/medical appointments, social activities, shopping, transport and other community services. This may involve travelling with service users or transporting them using your own vehicle where appropriate.
> Offering signposting to British Red Cross and other organisations' services
> Maintaining contact with the service user to monitor progress against goals and phase out contact as loneliness and social isolation is alleviated.
What skills do I need?
Managing people
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Where does this role take place?
