Hybrid IPS Specialist - Mental Health & Employment

IPS Grow; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health charity in Islington is looking for an IPS Employment Specialist to support individuals with mental health challenges in finding and retaining employment. In this role, you will manage a caseload of clients, engage with employers, and work within a clinical team to develop supportive relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience in a person-centred approach and possess strong communication and networking skills. This is a full-time position offering a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting people into competitive employment.
• Experience of working with people with mental health issues.
• Experience of working collaboratively with partner agencies.

Responsibilities

• Support people with mental health issues in their recovery journey.
• Manage a caseload of clients to find job opportunities.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to assist clients seeking work.

Skills

Empathy and rapport building

Strong communications skills

Administrative capabilities

Networking and negotiation skills

Person-centred approach

Job description

A mental health charity in Islington is looking for an IPS Employment Specialist to support individuals with mental health challenges in finding and retaining employment. In this role, you will manage a caseload of clients, engage with employers, and work within a clinical team to develop supportive relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience in a person-centred approach and possess strong communication and networking skills. This is a full-time position offering a hybrid work model.