Job responsibilities
Employment Advisor Durham
37.5 hours per week - 3 Posts
£25,958 per annum with progression up to £28,662 per annum
Fixed Term: 31.03.2026
Based: Hybrid - Split between home and community-based working with travel across Central Durham and East Durham & Dales, relevant expenses will be paid.
About us:
MHM is one of the UK's most innovative organisations working with people with complex needs. We have a dedicated and experienced staff team of over 500 people providing a range of services which cover every aspect of individuals' lives. Our services cover employment needs, housing, community support and psychological services.
At MHM we help people achieve good mental and physical wellbeing and live life to the full.
About the role:
We are looking for individuals who aspire to work in Mental Health and Employment Support. You will be working in partnership with the local Talking Therapies Service to provide employment support to those who have mild to moderate anxiety and or depression. Your role will involve supporting individuals to gain employment, retain current employment and return to work after a period of absence. This could be to help with job retention, liaison with employers or assisting people in finding and keeping paid or voluntary work. It is important to understand the principles of the Equalities Act and how it relates to
Employment Rights.
The role involves lone working with clients on a one-to-one basis through phone calls, video calls or face to face in community location. You will be provided with the equipment to work from your own home or in the local community. You will be expected to self-manage a caseload of clients and set realistic employment goals and action plans.
As part of your role, you will be expected to work in line with MHM values to promote the employment service within the wider community. You will liaise with Talking Therapies PWPs, HITs and external agencies such as Job Centre Plus and community providers.
A driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable due to the community element of this role.
About you:
You will have experience of working with Mental Health and will be able to inspire and engage people and can identify barriers and understand client needs, while possessing excellent motivational skills. This will include supporting people within the employment sector, with knowledge of employment rights and job retention being advantageous.
Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you will be able to demonstrate your experience in delivering results through your assessment, planning and facilitating of activities that focus on recovery and vocational skills. You will understand working with people with a variety of complex needs including mental health, your knowledge of working within a community-based service is essential and will have equipped you with the relevant communication and interpersonal skills required for the role.
Although not essential, it would be beneficial for you to have knowledge of employment law, the principles of the Equalities Act 2010 and how it relates to employment rights.
You will be educated to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in the areas of Advice and Guidance, Health and Social Care or Customer Service. An awareness and/or experience of working with people who have experienced mental health issues would be an advantage.
Please refer to the attached job description for full details on person specification for this role.
What we offer:
You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first weeks of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues.
In return, MHM offers excellent training and development opportunities, flexible working (where appropriate), 25 days annual leave per annum/pro rata, plus statutory holidays and a 5% contributory pension scheme.
Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.
All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview.
MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Closing Date: 11th May 2025
Anticipated Interview Date: Week commencing: 19th May 2025
The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent
