Employment Advisor

Job overview

Do you want to work in an exciting, innovative team working for Dorset Healthcare in the heart of Central Southampton?

Southampton Steps to Wellbeing is an established Talking Therapies service. The service provides therapy for people suffering from mild to moderate anxiety disorders and/or depression. Our Employment Advisors work alongside the clinical teams to deliver dedicated employment support for people looking to return to work, retain their current employment or find work.

Applications from candidates that require sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an Employment Advisor

This is a cutting edge opportunity to create a culture of prevention and early intervention, to make sure that people get timely access to mental health support as well as suitable employment support so that they are supported to avoid long-term unemployment.  The post holder will be working towards supporting those with mental health problems helping them to remain in, return to and gain employment.

As many of our patients are employed, the post holder will be required to work one evening per week 12pm to 8pm.

The training and service experience available will equip the post holder with the necessary knowledge, attitude and capabilities to operate effectively in an inclusive, value driven service.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.  When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]