Deputy Senior Employment Advisor

TN United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Senior Employment Advisor in Bournemouth. This role is pivotal in supporting individuals with mental health challenges to enhance their employability skills. The successful candidate will engage in therapeutic practices, applying DBT principles, and provide guidance to young adults in their career journeys. You will work closely with diverse teams and contribute to initiatives that foster a skilled and caring workforce. If you are passionate about making a difference in the mental health sector, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Recognised professional qualification in a mental health profession required.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals aged 16-30 with application writing and interview skills.
• Demonstrate how experience and skills apply to the role.

Skills

DBT principles and practice

Therapeutic experience with mental health clients

Group skills

Teaching skills

Supervised experience in DBT skills

Education

Recognised professional qualification in mental health

Job description

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Deputy Senior Employment Advisor, Bournemouth

Client:

Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group

Location:

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

12

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for main duties and responsibilities. When completing your application, ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by demonstrating how your experience and skills apply to this role.

As part of our vision to develop a skilled, diverse, and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is partnering with The Prince’s Trust to support employment initiatives. We offer an employability service to assist individuals aged 16-30 with application writing, interview skills, and employment support. If you or someone you know would benefit from this support, please contact us.

Person specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential criteria

• Recognised professional qualification in a mental health profession - Mental Health Nursing/Social Work/OT

Experience

Essential criteria

• Therapeutic experience with mental health clients with challenging behaviour
• Group skills
• Teaching skills
• Positive experience of supervision and reflective practice

Desirable criteria

• Mindfulness practice
• Research experience

Skills, abilities and knowledge

Essential criteria

• Skills relevant to application of DBT principles and practice
• Supervised experience in the practice of DBT skills
• Knowledge of DBT principles, practice, and process

Additional requirements

Essential criteria

• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Valid UK driver's licence