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South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

24d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must collaborate in a mental health team, develop employer partnerships, deliver tailored coaching, network for job opportunities, and manage your workload effectively.
  • You will provide tailored employment support to clients with mental health conditions, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, engage with employers, and maintain accurate records of client progress.

Requirements

  • To work as part of a multi-disciplinary mental health team, working alongside other mental health and social care professionals, providing joined-up mental health care.
  • To develop partnerships with employers, local providers and services to ensure that the employment support needs of clients are met.
  • To work as part of the Work Well network, sharing knowledge and expertise with a range of other employment professionals across Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.
  • Promoting the employment service to mental health professionals, service users and carers, to ensure a steady flow of referrals.
  • Helping clients to identify and consider options for obtaining work and staying in work, and set their own personal job goals; assessing their needs and developing appropriate actions plans to overcome barriers to work.
  • Delivering individually tailored one-to-one employment coaching support to a diverse range of clients, considering their individual needs, using a range of communication methods including face-to-face appointments, video meetings, telephone calls, emails, texts and social media.
  • Networking and engaging with local employers to identify job opportunities that meet the needs of clients and the employer.
  • Challenging clients, employers, and other professionals when appropriate to reduce negative beliefs, stigma and discrimination (including self-stigma and self-discrimination).
  • Working as part of a team, sharing knowledge and expertise, and contributing to team meetings, service development activities and the wider Work Well network.
  • Typing clear and concise session notes, entering data onto electronic databases, and obtaining written evidence of outcomes (e.g. job starts) in a timely manner, ensuring that files and systems are always up-to-date and accurate.
  • Working independently to manage own time and workload and keeping track of own progress towards targets.

Responsibilities

  • To provide an effective employment service for people with severe and enduring mental health conditions who want to work.
  • To work as part of a multi-disciplinary mental health team, working alongside other mental health and social care professionals, providing joined-up mental health care.
  • To develop partnerships with employers, local providers and services to ensure that the employment support needs of clients are met.
  • To work as part of the Work Well network, sharing knowledge and expertise with a range of other employment professionals across Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.
  • Promoting the employment service to mental health professionals, service users and carers, to ensure a steady flow of referrals.
  • Helping clients to identify and consider options for obtaining work and staying in work, and set their own personal job goals; assessing their needs and developing appropriate actions plans to overcome barriers to work.
  • Delivering individually tailored one-to-one employment coaching support to a diverse range of clients, considering their individual needs, using a range of communication methods including face-to-face appointments, video meetings, telephone calls, emails, texts and social media.
  • Networking and engaging with local employers to identify job opportunities that meet the needs of clients and the employer.
  • Challenging clients, employers, and other professionals when appropriate to reduce negative beliefs, stigma and discrimination (including self-stigma and self-discrimination).
  • Working as part of a team, sharing knowledge and expertise, and contributing to team meetings, service development activities and the wider Work Well network.
  • Typing clear and concise session notes, entering data onto electronic databases, and obtaining written evidence of outcomes (e.g. job starts) in a timely manner, ensuring that files and systems are always up-to-date and accurate.
  • Working independently to manage own time and workload and keeping track of own progress towards targets.

FAQs

What is the primary role of an Employment Specialist?

The primary role of an Employment Specialist is to provide effective employment services for individuals with severe and enduring mental health conditions who wish to work, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary mental health team to ensure holistic care.

What type of clients will the Employment Specialist work with?

The Employment Specialist will work with people who have severe and enduring mental health conditions and are seeking to obtain or retain employment.

How does the Employment Specialist support clients in their job search?

The Employment Specialist helps clients identify job options, set personal job goals, assess their needs, and develop action plans to overcome barriers to employment.

What methods of communication will the Employment Specialist use to support clients?

The Employment Specialist will use various communication methods including face-to-face appointments, video meetings, telephone calls, emails, texts, and social media to provide tailored one-to-one employment coaching support.

Will the Employment Specialist engage with local employers?

Yes, the Employment Specialist will network and engage with local employers to identify job opportunities that align with clients' needs and the employers' requirements.

How does the Employment Specialist promote the employment service?

The Employment Specialist promotes the employment service to mental health professionals, service users, and carers to ensure a steady flow of referrals.

What type of documentation will the Employment Specialist manage?

The Employment Specialist will type clear and concise session notes, enter data onto electronic databases, and obtain written evidence of outcomes, ensuring that files and systems are kept up-to-date and accurate.

Is teamwork an important aspect of this role?

Yes, teamwork is crucial as the Employment Specialist will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, sharing knowledge and expertise, and contributing to team meetings and service development activities.

What values guide the Work Well department?

The Work Well department is guided by values of being person-centred, empowering, and inspiring, focusing on giving individuals the tools and information they need to make their own career decisions and set long-term goals.

Who should I contact for further details or informal visits regarding this position?

For further details or informal visits, please contact Shellyanne Selwyn-Graham, IPS Employment Team Leader via email at shellyanne.selwyn-graham@slam.nhs.uk or by telephone at 07736497676.

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South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1247
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provides comprehensive mental health and community care services across South London. Their mission is to improve mental health and well-being by delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to those in need. The Trust aims to enhance the lives of individuals through compassionate treatment, research, and community support, ensuring access to effective and innovative mental health services.