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Salary Do you want to be part of an innovative and dynamic service delivering high quality treatment to people with common mental health problems who also need employment support? We are looking for several Employment Advisors for our new Employment Service Team within the NHS Blackpool Talking Therapies service. If you are experienced in mental health and/or vocational/employment/careers advice, join us to make a real difference for your community!
You'll need to use your skills and experience in holding a caseload to support and empower our clients to achieve their goals and aspirations, focusing on their employment journey. You will be working in a motivated, supportive environment, helping people experiencing low mood and/or anxiety with practical employment matters. You will have the opportunity to be part of a fantastic multidisciplinary team of staff who are genuinely committed to improving the lives of our service users and carers.
We have full-time opportunities based in the Blackpool locality. Part time may be considered, please specify in your application if you are seeking part time work and how many hours.
The role will entail a mixture of face to face working and remote working in line with service needs.
The post holder will work with clients who are unemployed and/or have challenges with their current employment to encourage them and help them recognise the importance of productive work to good mental health and help them plan and progress into meaningful activity and employment.
You will work with employers, education providers, training services, employment support services and other third sector organisations to identify and implement mechanisms of support for people with mental health problems who require assistance with their employment situation.
The post holder should be highly organised and motivated with an excellent interpersonal manner always ensuring the best outcome for our clients.
You will assist with the collection and monitoring of data and service KPIs.
You will be offered regular management support and supervision.
As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Our strategic vision is: “As a high performing Trust, operating as part of an integrated care system, we will provide high quality, safe and effective care. This will be achieved in a financially sustainable way, through our skilled and motivated workforce”.
Hold a caseload of clients with common mental illness, including those with complexity.
Support clients to find work, stay in work, or return to work after sick leave.
Offer support via telephone, video calls, emails, and face-to-face as needed.
The essential skills and attributes required for this role
Experience in mental health and/or vocational/employment advice.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Able to prioritise and plan own caseload.
An empathetic and compassionate approach when working with people with low mood and/or anxiety.
For further details please see Job Description
