IPS Employment Specialist: Help People Thrive at Work

IPS Grow; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to help individuals with mental health needs secure meaningful employment. This role involves managing a caseload of clients, providing job coaching, and collaborating closely with local employers. Ideal candidates will have experience working with similar client groups and possess strong communication and organizational skills. The position is full-time and offers a rewarding career path within a supportive environment.

Benefits

22 days of holiday, increasing to 30 after 5 years

Health benefits including gym membership option

Leadership development programs

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete training in the IPS approach.
• Experience working one-to-one with clients.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Understanding of the employment challenges faced by mental health clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients with mental health needs.
• Provide job coaching and support to clients.
• Source job opportunities and build employer relationships.
• Attend clinical meetings and collaborate with mental health teams.

Skills

Experience working with mental health support needs

Strong communication skills

Motivational interviewing

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

A community-focused organization is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to help individuals with mental health needs secure meaningful employment. This role involves managing a caseload of clients, providing job coaching, and collaborating closely with local employers. Ideal candidates will have experience working with similar client groups and possess strong communication and organizational skills. The position is full-time and offers a rewarding career path within a supportive environment.