{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nCommunity Link Workers - Across Argyll & Bute with WithYou in Helensburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom\n\n Job Summary We are recruiting for 3 new Community Link Workers in Argyll and Bute to cover GP practices in: Islay and Inner Hebrides Helensburgh and Lomond Cowal Peninsula Isle of Bute These are permanent positions with flexibility in hours depending on your circumstances and the needs of the service. We can offer a minimum of 15 hours up to 37.5 hours/week for those willing to travel as part of the role. Ideally you will be located in one of these areas to provide in person support to the local GP practice. Main duties of the job We provide a mix of in person appointments from GP practices, home visits, meetings at community based venues and remote support via telephone or an online platform. Some travel across Argyll and Bute to meet the needs of the service will be required. With You's, Argyll and Bute Community Links has been running in 12 GP practices since December 2021. We have had great success in establishing this service and we are now looking to grow our fantastic team to offer support to more people living in remote rural areas of Argyll and Bute. About Us At We Are With You we work with people on their own goals, whether that's staying safe and healthy, making small changes or stopping an unwanted habit altogether. We provide a free and confidential service without judgement to more than 100,000 people a year. We use our expertise to improve the help available and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health so that more people can get support. We are With You. Date posted 18 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £26,814 to £26,814 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number recroot-5495-50999-65 Job locations Argyle Helensburgh G84 7QQ Job Description Job responsibilities We are recruiting for 3 new Community Link Workers in Argyll and Bute to cover GP practices in: Islay and Inner Hebrides Helensburgh and Lomond Cowal PeninsulaIsle of Bute These are permanent positions with flexibility in hours depending on your circumstances and the needs of the service. We can offer a minimum of 15 hours up to 37.5 hours/week for those willing to travel as part of the role. Ideally you will be located in one of these areas to provide in person support to the local GP practices or be able to travel. Some travel across Argyll and Bute to meet the needs of the service will be required. We provide a mix of in person appointments from GP practices, home visits, meetings at community based venues and remote support via telephone or an online platform. Some travel across Argyll and Bute to meet the needs of the service will be required. With You's, Argyll and Bute Community Links has been running in 12 GP practices since December 2021. We have had great success in establishing this service and we are now looking to grow our fantastic team to offer support to more people living in remote rural areas of Argyll and Bute. You can find out more about our successful service here: https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/media/spgpe4pu/community-link-working-clw-overview_final.pdf You will need an independent approach to your work and the ability to network and connect with services, locally and nationally. You will need to understand the impact of rurality on health inequalities and have demonstrable skills in working with people to achieve their health and wellbeing goals. You will be confident in working with communities to understand local needs. Our Community Link Workers are uniquely placed third sector workers operating within GP Practices. We bring a unique skill set and a third sector perspective that complements the work of the multidisciplinary primary care team. Through 1:1 appointments, using evidence based interventions and small group work we help people change their lives for the better. It is all about getting the right support to people at the right time. Common reasons for referral to our service include low level mental health difficulties, problems with housing, poverty, relationships and bereavement. You can expect a comprehensive induction and training, alongside the support of an experienced team to support you in understanding your role. Our team covers the whole of Argyll and Bute, you will have monthly 1-1 support, 6 weekly reflective practice sessions and team meetings online and in person. We have a supportive team culture and plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues. Essential Skills You will be a compassionate and motivated individual, with the ability to connect quickly with the people we support, treating them respectfully and with dignity. To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have: Knowledge and experience of working with people who are experiencing complex social and emotional circumstances including mental health difficultiesAbility to work in a structured service, to follow a service model and collect information about the impact of the serviceExtensive effective interpersonal skills in working with people on a 1:1 basis, including the ability to learn and use recognised therapeutic techniquesKnowledge about the impact of poverty and health inequalities on health and wellbeingAbility to establish professional relationships with multiple stakeholders; i.e. GP Practice teams, Social Work, Mental Health Services and Money Advice ServicesEvidence of creating and maintaining community connections and networking abilitiesExperience of working independently, whilst upholding the policy and procedures of the organisationAbility to organise own workload and appointment system and use time efficiently to deliver a targeted number of appointments Ideally you will also hold SVQ level 3 Social Services and Healthcare or equivalent but this is not essential. Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years' worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS/PVG check. Diversity Statement As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's"}