Employment Support
Employment support is included in our service, providing practical assistance to those accessing therapy who feel they need some support to manage difficulties with working. It is available to anyone who are either employed, on sick leave, or unemployed. Our support is designed to help you manage work-related challenges alongside your therapy and is tailored to individual needs.
You can access tailored one to one employment support once your treatment begins with your therapist. If you are waiting for treatment, we offer information sessions to help people get general advice about finding, returning and remaining in work.
Not ready to find or return to work?
We can help you prepare for work when you feel ready, help you think about what types of work might suit you best, or help you decide whether voluntary work or a short training course would help you make that first step towards work. Our support and advice are delivered at a pace that suits you and supports your therapy.
Key aspects of accessing employment support with us
- Information sessions
Join an online information session whilst you are waiting for your therapy to begin and learn tips and advice about looking and applying for work, managing mental health and wellbeing in work and where to get free legal advice. - Integrated support
Employment support is delivered alongside therapy, meaning you can receive both therapy and practical employment advice from us at the same time. - Personalised approach
Our fully trained Employment Advisors tailor support to your specific needs and circumstances, whether you are employed, on sick leave, or seeking employment. - Wide range of assistance
We can help with CV writing, interview preparation, exploring career options, navigating workplace challenges, and understanding employment rights. - Collaboration with therapists
Our Employment Advisors work closely with your therapist to ensure a holistic approach to your well-being and employment goals. - Accessing Support
You can access confidential employment support by speaking to your therapist. - Free, impartial and confidential advice
Employment support within our service is offered free of charge and aims to provide confidential and impartial guidance. We have no relationship with any Jobcentre or DWP employment programme.
Examples of how employment support can help
- Returning to work
Supporting and guiding you if you are planning to return to work after a period of illness or absence. - Managing workplace challenges
Listening and advising you about issues like bullying, unfair treatment, or stress related to your job. - Finding new opportunities
Supporting and offering practical help to enable you to job search, including CV writing, interview preparation, and exploring career options. - Navigating reasonable adjustments
Explaining how reasonable adjustments in the workplace can help overcome specific barriers in your job and helping you to discuss work related difficulties with your employer.
Information sheets
- Employment support to help you find, keep or return to work
- Getting legal advice for a problem at work
- Occupational Psychology Support
- Occupational Health
- Conversations regarding mental health
- Advice and support for employers
- Should I employ someone with a mild to moderate mental health condition?
- Facilitated discussions – information for employers