Senior Employment Advisor - Durham, United Kingdom - Mental Health Matters

Mental Health Matters
Mental Health Matters
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Durham, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £28,500 - £31,500 Based: Multiple roles available across Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Durham City, Easington, Derwentside and Chester le Street The role will include travel and access to your own transport is essential (relevant expenses will be paid) About us Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 35 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support. Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to our clients and service users.


This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are dedicated to the principles of social inclusion, to work with adults with mental health needs.

About the role Working as a part of a team of SEA's, you will work closely with mental health workers, partners and other agencies.

The role involves line management of a small team of Employment Advisors including responsibility for implementing relevant aspects of MHM HR policies.

You will manage and coach the team to ensure the effective delivery of all work focused and none work focused interventions.

This role is integral to the management the employment advice service within NHS Talking Therapies.

You will work closely with clinical leads that provide leadership to clinicians who provide psychological therapies to people with common mental health problems.

You will provide direction to Employment Advisors that deliver support to service users to gain, return to or retain employment.

The role will involve working directly with lead Disability Employment Advisors at the Jobcentre Plus, NHS clinicians, employers, trade unions and employment agencies to keep people in employment and secure employment opportunities.


About you You will have experience of working within employment and knowledge of employment rights and job retention is a key component.

You will demonstrate an ability to prioritise a diverse workload and manage this effectively. You will understand the principles of the Equalities Act 2010 and how it relates to employment rights.

You will be educated to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in the areas of Advice and Guidance, Health and Social Care or Customer Service.

An awareness and/or experience of working with people who have experienced mental health issues would be an advantage. You will be able to demonstrate the skills and abilities needed to help others identify and overcome employment barriers. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate a proactive and highly motivated attitude.

What we offer You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first few weeks with MHM which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues.

MHM offers 25 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays and a 5% contributory pension scheme.

At MHM not only can you expect a competitive salary, generous annual leave and pension entitlement, you can also expect to be supported in your ongoing personal and professional development.

In addition, you will work with people who are passionate about supporting individuals in their day to day lives. The closing date given is a guide.
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