Employment Officer
Location: Action Mental Health, Lisburn / Hybrid working available subject to service requirements
Hours: Part-time 30 hours (Working pattern to be agreed within service hours (Mon-Thurs 08:30-16:30; Fri 08:30-15:15)
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 4 October 2026
Please note - this is a readvertisement and previous applicants need not apply.
Are you passionate about helping people on their journey to recovery and supporting them into meaningful employment and training opportunities?
We’re looking for a dedicated Employment Officer to join our team and provide high-quality support to individuals living with mental health needs.
In this role, you’ll support individuals to progress towards education, training and sustainable employment opportunities. You will develop and maintain strong external networks with employers, training providers and community organisations to create pathways for participants and achieve organisational objectives.
We’re looking for someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong ability to motivate and inspire others, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. Experience of working with people with mental health needs or other disadvantaged groups is essential, as is the ability to evidence building external networks that deliver real impact.
In return, we offer a supportive and friendly team, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
For full details about the qualifications, experience and skills you'll need, please see our Job Description & Person Specification.
(Please note, candidates will normally be appointed at the start of the pay scale)
The Company
The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.
Benefits
BUPA Health
Cash Plan
Excellent
Paid Holidays
Investors In People
Platinum Employer
Our Values
PASSION
EMPOWERMENT
EXCELLENCE
RESPECT
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