Employment Advisor
Lancaster and Morecombe
£29,777 (25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme)
Full-time, Permanent
The Role:
We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Employment Advisor to support unemployed individuals facing mental health challenges and other barriers in their journey to employment. This role also involves assisting those on long-term sick leave to successfully return to the workplace.
Duties:
* Manage a caseload of clients with diverse challenges, including mental health issues, disabilities, substance misuse, offending backgrounds, and skills gaps.
* Conduct thorough initial assessments to understand each clients barriers, previous experiences, skills, and training needs.
* Develop and agree on SMART action plans with clients, regularly reviewing their progress and addressing any new challenges to help them become work-ready.
* Engage with employers to identify and promote suitable employment opportunities for clients.
* Provide up to six months of in-work support for clients who successfully secure employment, ensuring sustained progress.
Required Skills:
1. 2 years proven experience as an Employment Advisor or Job Coach, with a strong track record of supporting unemployed individuals into work.
2. Skilled in develo...