Work and Health Coach - Full time Permanent - Wigan

• Location: Wigan
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: Up to £27,000

This role involves supporting participants to retain employment, return to work after sickness, or find new employment opportunities.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage a caseload of participants, providing tailored support to help them achieve their employment goals.
• Conduct Work and Health Assessment meetings with participants both face-to-face and online via Microsoft Teams.
• Identify client support needs related to work, including benefits/welfare advice and mental health issues, and offer appropriate support and guidance.
• Assist clients in identifying their skills, aspirations, and goals, and develop an Action Plan to secure and sustain employment.
• Engage with local employers to uncover both hidden and advertised job opportunities for clients.
• Collaborate with local partners, including GP Practices, MSK services, and social prescribing hubs, to coordinate comprehensive support.
• Perform triage duties and facilitate referrals to external services as needed to support participant needs.
• Educate and support employers on adjustments, return-to-work strategies, and maintain ongoing contact to ensure job retention.
• Adhere to effective monitoring and evaluation systems and stay informed about evolving practices in vocational rehabilitation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Empathetic and approachable demeanor with strong relationship-building skills.
• Awareness of the impact of health and mental health conditions on employment.
• Experience dealing with multiple barriers to employment and sustained employment.
• Knowledge of support agencies for individuals with complex needs such as debt, substance misuse, and housing.
• Familiarity with the local labour market and various job roles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working in a target-driven environment.
• Experience working with individuals facing multiple and complex needs, including health conditions and disabilities.
• Background in guidance, advice, or counselling environments.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Flexible working hours, including options for evening and weekend shifts.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive team environment that promotes empowerment and positive outcomes.

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