Workwell Practitioner

Mind in Somerset; Taunton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mind in Somerset is a local mental health charity that provides emotional wellbeing and mental health support across Somerset. The WorkWellPractitioner will offer person-centred, holistic support to individuals aged 16+ facing barriers to work due to health or social challenges, working to develop tailored plans and pathways to employment and wellbeing.

The post holder will collaborate with healthcare professionals, employers and community partners to enable timely, coordinated support, helping

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent.
• Relevant qualification in health, wellbeing, mental health, employment support, coaching, social care or a related field.
• Mental Health First Aid or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic work and health assessments; develop personalised Work Plans and achievable goals.
• Build effective relationships with healthcare professionals, employers, Jobcentre Plus and voluntary partners.
• Empower people to overcome barriers to employment and improve quality of life with timely, coordinated support.

Skills

Person-Centred Approach

Empathy

Communication

Partnership working

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent

Relevant qualification in health, wellbeing, mental health, employment support, coaching, social care or a related field

Mental Health First Aid or equivalent training

Job description

The WorkWellPractitioner will provide person-centred, holistic support to individualsaged 16+ who are struggling to remain in work, return to employment, or accesswork opportunities due to physical health, mental health or wider socialchallenges.

The post holderwill recognise and respond to the needs of neurodivergent individuals, ensuringsupport is tailored, accessible and person-centred. You will help individualsidentify workplace barriers, reasonable adjustments and appropriate supportpathways that enable them to achieve positive employment and wellbeing outcome.

The successfulapplicant will work alongside individuals to identify barriers, developtailored Work Plans, connect individuals with appropriate local services andsupport them to achieve sustainable health and employment outcomes

Main duties of the job

• Person-Centred Support: Deliver holistic work and health assessments. Work collaboratively with people accessing the service to develop personalised Work Plans and achievable goals. Support people to improve their health, wellbeing and employment prospects.
• Partnership Working: Build effective relationships with healthcare professionals, employers, Jobcentre Plus, community organisations and voluntary sector partners. Facilitate access to appropriate services and support pathways.
• Making a Difference: Empower people to overcome barriers to employment and improve their quality of life. Ensure participants receive timely, coordinated and effective support.

About us

Mind in Somerset is a local mental health charity and part of the national Mind network, providing emotional wellbeing and mental health support across Somerset. It exists to ensure that anyone experiencing mental health difficulties has access to advice, support, and services that improve wellbeing and quality of life.

It operates a wide range of services including helplines, digital support, peer groups, one-to-one support, wellbeing hubs, and community-based activities, working both independently and in partnership with NHS and voluntary sector organisations.

Job responsibilities

The WorkWellPractitioner will provide person-centred, holistic support to individualsaged 16+ who are struggling to remain in work, return to employment, or accesswork opportunities due to physical health, mental health or wider socialchallenges.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent .
• Relevant qualification in health, wellbeing, mental health, employment support, coaching, social care or a related field.
• Mental Health First Aid or equivalent training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.