Health and Wellbeing Advisor
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
03/01/2018
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 16/01/2018 23:59
Salary:
Grade 7 £21,962 to £24,964 pro rata
Employment Location:
Derwentside Business Centre, Consett
Further Information
An exciting and challenging opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of the new Work & Health Programme contract in County Durham. Durham Employment & Skills are looking to recruit knowledgeable and skilled individuals to support customers and address their barriers to employment through individual tailored packages so they have the necessary skills and confidence to secure and sustain employment. We are looking for people who can build trust and strong positive relationships, be able to guide, motivate, challenge, encourage and help customers obtain sustainable employment.
The post holder will create health and wellbeing plans for participants through the development of partnerships and referral pathways with local health organisations. They will act an advocate for participants, working closely with the Employment Advisors to identify appropriate health and wellbeing interventions. They will also delivery short training and advice sessions to participants.
Applicants should hold a Level 3 Health Trainer qualification or equivalent together with experience of working a customer facing and/or health and wellbeing environment.
The successful applicant for this post will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.
For further information regarding the post, please contact Julie West on 03000 266644 or via email at julie.west@durham.gov.uk
Interviews are scheduled to be held on Tuesday 23rd January 2018.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION REGARDING YOUR APPLICATION FOR THIS POST WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS THAT YOU HAVE REGISTERED WITH NORTH EAST JOBS, INCLUDING YOUR INVITE TO INTERVIEW IF YOU ARE SHORTLISTED. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL AFTER THE CLOSING DATE FOR NOTIFICATION FROM DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK AS YOU WILL NOT BE NOTIFIED BY ANY OTHER MEANS. PLEASE ENSURE YOU CHECK YOUR JUNK MAIL.
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short-listing purposes.
Apply on-line or for further assistance contact the HR Operations & Data Team on 03000 267190/267940 or email hrREAL@durham.gov.uk
Please note
This job is closed for applications.