Career Development Coach for Career Path+
Join a pioneering project addressing the shortage of recruits in treatment and recovery services in the London Borough of Southwark. As a Career Development Coach, you'll engage participants with lived experience of substance use, transferable skills, or economic inactivity, providing them access to training and employment opportunities.
Salary - £25k-£29k FTE - Pro-rata for part-time hours
Hours - 22.5hr - 30hr Monday - Friday fixed term end 31st March 2025
Key Responsibilities:
* Screen and refer new participants, ensuring alignment with program criteria.
* Conduct risk assessments and escalate safeguarding concerns.
* Utilise career assessment tools for participant evaluation.
* Source and coordinate support pathways through referral partners.
* Promote and match participants with training and employment opportunities.
* Facilitate employability workshops and personal development sessions.
* Monitor participant progress and maintain accurate records.
Requirements:
1. Experience in recruitment, career coaching, or relevant guidance roles.
2. Knowledge of substance use challenges and employment issues.
3. Familiarity with partnership working and government agencies.
4. Strong communication and IT skills.
5. Understanding of safegu...