Employment Specialist

Hestia Charity; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Hestia Charity is seeking an Employment Specialist in North East London to support individuals with mental health issues in securing and maintaining paid employment. The role involves managing a caseload, developing tailored employment plans, and collaborating with community partners. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and agency in promoting mental health through work.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of support needs for individuals with mental health issues.
• Experience in a health or social care environment.
• Willingness to travel within designated boroughs.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with mental health issues to find and sustain employment.
• Conduct career guidance, job searches, CV preparation, and interview coaching.
• Engage with employers and maintain accurate records of client progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Creative problem-solving

Client engagement

Education

Experience in health or social care setting

Job description

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At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for an Employment Specialist to play a pivotal role in our Client Delivery services in North East London.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

As an Employment Specialist at Twining-Hestia, you will support individuals with mental health issues to find and sustain paid employment using the internationally recognized Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model. Based in North East London, you will manage a caseload of clients, engaging them in developing and implementing tailored employment plans to meet their goals. Your responsibilities include conducting career guidance, job searches, CV preparation, and interview coaching, while working closely with clinical staff and community partners. You will also provide ongoing support to clients to help them remain in or return to work, ensuring they receive the necessary adjustments and access to financial advice. Engaging with employers, meeting monthly targets, and maintaining accurate records are key duties. This role offers flexibility, career development, and the opportunity to contribute to a supportive, high-performing team dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing through work.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the support needs of individuals with mental health issues in the workplace. Experience working in a health or social care setting, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a proven ability to work effectively in an outcome-driven environment is essential. A confident and empathetic approach to client engagement, along with the ability to think creatively to provide solutions, is required. You should be self-motivated, proactive in managing your own wellbeing, and committed to equality, diversity, and providing person-centered support. Experience in IPS or mental health services is desirable but not essential. Willingness to travel within designated boroughs is necessary.

Interview Steps

Our interview process is straightforward:

1. Shortlisting call: Our recruitment specialists will discuss your experience, motivations, and values, and tell you about our work.
2. Face-to-face interview: You will meet with the hiring manager for a competency-based interview.

Additional stages may be involved depending on the role.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, which strengthen our organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce and welcome applicants from all walks of life.

We are a disability confident employer

We guarantee interviews for applicants with disabilities who meet minimum criteria and provide reasonable adjustments during the process and employment.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this. Training will be provided throughout employment.