Employment Support Coach

Guadalupe Regional Medical Center; St. Neots; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic national charity seeks individuals for a rewarding role delivering a back-to-work programme for those with mental health support needs. This hybrid position involves working directly with clients to help them achieve employment goals in a supportive environment. The flexible nature of the role allows for adaptability based on individual needs, with the potential for future opportunities within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with mental health needs.
• Ability to build CVs and prepare for interviews.
• Flexible approach based on client needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for clients to return to work.
• Help clients understand career options and build a CV.
• Adapt support based on clients' mental health circumstances.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Adaptability

Confidence Building

Job description

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a national charity delivering a back-to-work programme for people with mental health support needs. The approach is person-centred and holistic, focusing on helping individuals return to work in a way that feels sustainable and right for them.

The role is hybrid. On average, you'll spend one day a week in the St Neots office, two days out and about delivering outreach support in Cambridgeshire (for example, in local libraries or community centres), and two days working from home. The remote working days arent fixed there needs to be a degree of flexibility depending on client needs and service priorities, which may occasionally require more time in the office.

You'll work one-to-one with people who are either looking to return to work or explore new employment opportunities. This could involve helping someone understand their career options, build a CV from scratch, prepare for interviews, or write cover letters. The key is taking the time to understand their circumstances and adapting your support to account for their mental health needs building confidence and creating practical next steps that feel achievable.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract. However, as the end of the contract approaches, there may be opportunities to move into another role within the charity, depending on funding and service needs.

The salary for this position is between £26,000 and £29,500 per annum. While the upper end of the range reflects the budget available, the starting salary will depend on your skills and relevant experience.

To apply, please submit your CV via this advert. We aim to respond to everyone. If you havent heard back within 72 hours, feel free to complete the Send Us a Message form on the Contact page of the Red 5 People website, and a member of the team will be in touch. If youd prefer to speak to someone directly, youre welcome to call the office and ask for David the number is available on the Red 5 People website.

Please apply via this advert. We aim to respond to everyone. If you havent heard back within a few days, feel free to use the Send Us A Message form on the Red 5 People Contact page, someone will be in touch within 72 hours. You can also call the office and ask for Lawrence (details on our website).

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