Employment Specialist

The overall purpose of the post is to provide a recovery focused supported employment service by working with individuals who have experienced mental health problems and wish to gain employment.  The Employment Specialist will work directly with employers to secure employment opportunities and provide ongoing support to both employers and the individual to retain them in work.

The post holder will be responsible to the Service Manager in AMH New Horizons Belfast for the outcomes and processes highlighted in the Key Results Area for the post.

The post holder will report to the Team Leader within BHSCT and participate in clinical case management reviews with the Specialist Occupational Therapist in BHSCT.

Essential criteria includes:-

• GCSE English and Maths Grades A*–C or RQF level 2 equivalent
• Educated to A Level/RQF Level 3 or equivalent
• Relevant experience of working in recruitment or supported employment setting
• Paid experience of working with people with mental health needs or other disadvantaged groups
• Evidence of developing external networks to support the achievement of organisational objectives
• Current full driving licence, valid in the UK and access to a car on appointment or access to a form of transport which will permit them to carry out the duties and requirements of the post in full