Pathways to Employment

Develop goals and work on a plan to get there

We all have mental health and the effects of poor mental health can be devastating in all areas of life, not least in gaining and remaining in employment. No matter where you are on your journey we’re here to help.

You can access the service if you are:

aged 16 or over
living in Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale or Craven
out of work or on sick leave with enduring mental health problems
wanting to work towards a specific goal such as education, training, voluntary or paid work

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Help along the way

Whether you want to develop new skills, undertake a new qualification, gain some work experience, or explore a new career choice – we can support you.

We offer:

one-to-one coaching
action planning and goal setting
creating cover letters
structured job searching
support with the application process
interview preparation

Together, we can explore areas for self-development; you can take our free Confidence for Work or self-development workshops.
Whatever step you’re ready to take, we have an experienced and empathetic team here to support you.

*Due to resource, we are not able to guarantee requested workers for clients.

Help when you get there

Once you are in employment, voluntary or paid, we will still be here to help you settle in your new role.

Staying in work

Whether you are an employer with concerns about a member of your workforce, or an employee experiencing difficulties with your mental wellbeing, you may need support with work retention and sick leave. We can offer the following services to support you:

One-to-one coaching and regular progress reviews
Action planning and goal setting
Negotiating reasonable workplace adjustments
Return to work strategy

Self-referrals

Below you’ll find a self-referral form for the Pathways to Employment service, which is to be completed by individuals wishing to access employment support

Self-referral form

Clinical referrals

Below you’ll find a clinical referral form to be completed by GPs, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, community psychiatric nurses and other secondary mental health workers.

Clinical referral form