Job summary
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.
Main duties of the job
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.
About us
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".
Job description
Job responsibilities
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
Job description
Job responsibilities
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
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 minimum or equivalent AND Evidence of further study in vocational training, careers advice, job retention and presenteeism
- Equivalent experience gained through work in the field.
Desirable
- A degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience in employment advice or mental health.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of providing vocational/employment support.
- Knowledge of employment and disability related benefits.
- Knowledge of vocational assessment and profiling.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the needs of people with Mental Health conditions, the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on Mental Health.
- Experience of supporting people with MH conditions into vocational/employment activities.
- Experience of working in a service where agreed targets are in place, demonstrating specific outcomes.
- Experience of assessing, planning, and facilitating activities that focus on recovery and vocational skills.
- Knowledge of Employment Law and the Equality Act 2010.
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions to support people with common MH problems, remain in, return to & gain work.
- Knowledge of the Local Area
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Ability to prioritise, plan and manage own caseload.
- Ability to use virtual technology to provide service to clients and attend meetings.
- Ability to assess individual strengths in relation to employment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collect, record and report data to support service performance and evaluation.
- Ability to work as part of a team, foster good working relationships and using own initiative when required.
- Computer Literate with the ability to use a range of IT packages competently including Word and Outlook.
- Ability to accept and respond positively to feedback from supervision.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of community resources or ability to develop this.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- A caring, responsible, and positive approach when engaging with clients.
- Ability and willingness to travel independently to a range of locations within the locality in accordance with Trust policies and service need as and when required.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 minimum or equivalent AND Evidence of further study in vocational training, careers advice, job retention and presenteeism
- Equivalent experience gained through work in the field.
Desirable
- A degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience in employment advice or mental health.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of providing vocational/employment support.
- Knowledge of employment and disability related benefits.
- Knowledge of vocational assessment and profiling.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the needs of people with Mental Health conditions, the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on Mental Health.
- Experience of supporting people with MH conditions into vocational/employment activities.
- Experience of working in a service where agreed targets are in place, demonstrating specific outcomes.
- Experience of assessing, planning, and facilitating activities that focus on recovery and vocational skills.
- Knowledge of Employment Law and the Equality Act 2010.
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions to support people with common MH problems, remain in, return to & gain work.
- Knowledge of the Local Area
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Ability to prioritise, plan and manage own caseload.
- Ability to use virtual technology to provide service to clients and attend meetings.
- Ability to assess individual strengths in relation to employment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collect, record and report data to support service performance and evaluation.
- Ability to work as part of a team, foster good working relationships and using own initiative when required.
- Computer Literate with the ability to use a range of IT packages competently including Word and Outlook.
- Ability to accept and respond positively to feedback from supervision.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of community resources or ability to develop this.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- A caring, responsible, and positive approach when engaging with clients.
- Ability and willingness to travel independently to a range of locations within the locality in accordance with Trust policies and service need as and when required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
