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Finding new employment can appear to be a challenging process at the best of times, but even more so when we are experiencing difficulties in our wellbeing which impacts our motivation and mood. Employment Advisors can help you review your job search needs and create a plan of action including local provision who can continue supporting you after your period of support with VitaMinds.

If you are looking for work, we can help with:

  • Promotion and practical support in identifying individual job search goals
  • Employment Advisor acting as single point of contact to plan and monitor progress towards your job or training goals
  • Information, advice and guidance in support of career change
  • Supporting you to overcome barriers preventing you from progressing
  • Identifying what support is available externally and signposting where appropriate
  • Help with job search techniques
  • Support with application forms both paper and online
  • Practical confidence building approaches to aid presenting yourself confidently and positively to employers
  • In-work benefit calculations
  • CV review and guidance in creating a CV with covering letter
  • Developing and improving interview skills
  • Exploration of disclosing information to employers including health conditions where necessary
  • Agency awareness – how to utilise recruitment agencies effectively

Additional sessions can be formulated specific to your requirements.

Self-refer

If you are suffering from anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, low mood or excessive worry, NHS Talking Therapies can provide you with advice, guidance and support.

Our feedback has shown, by providing psychologically informed employment focussed interventions, individuals have reported feeling more empowered and therefore achieving improved mental health and employment outcomes.

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I just wanted to let you know I passed my probation period, and also got promoted to a higher role!

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I just wanted to tell you because you were a massive reason I was able to get this job in the first place. 

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I know 100%, without your help I would not have got the job or felt prepared for any of the interviews I’ve had, as I had no clue how to conduct myself in the right manner with my anxiety, but you really made me feel so calm and relaxed right from the first call, and gave me all I needed to feel confident in the interviews.

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You really did change my life for the better and therefore I wanted to email to show you my gratitude. I’ll be forever grateful.

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