Employment Specialist IPS in Leeds)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Employment Specialist to join their team in Leeds. This full-time role focuses on providing vital employment support to individuals in recovery from substance misuse, helping them reintegrate into the workforce. You'll work closely with a small caseload, offering personalized coaching, CV assistance, and connections to local employers. With a commitment to making a positive impact, this organization values passion and transferable skills, encouraging applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Join a supportive environment where your efforts can lead to meaningful change in people's lives.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement (27 days + bank holidays)

Annual leave purchase scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Pension contributions

Death in service benefit

Free will writing

Eyecare vouchers

Blue Light Card discounts

Flexible working

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience managing a caseload and supporting individuals into employment.
• Strong communication and IT skills to engage with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored employment support including career coaching and CV writing.
• Work alongside recovery service staff to assist service users in gaining employment.

Skills

Caseload Management

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Relationship Building

Knowledge of Benefits System

Job description

Employment Specialist IPS

Location: Leeds, LS14 6PA

Salary: £24,242.40 - £30,790 per annum

Job Type: Fixed Term, Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

About the role...

We are seeking an Individual Placement Support (IPS) Employment Specialist to join our team on a full-time basis.

The Forward Leeds IPS team aims to increase employment among individuals in specialist drug and alcohol services. Employment specialists will work alongside recovery service staff to support a small caseload of service users into employment opportunities.

The role involves providing tailored employment support, including career coaching, CV writing, interview preparation, connecting with local and national employers, attending job fairs, working across different sites, and engaging in community activities. The goal is to help individuals quickly gain employment as part of their recovery journey.

About you...

• Experience managing a caseload.
• Knowledge of drugs, alcohol, working with ex-offenders, the benefits system, or disadvantaged groups is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills.
• Ability to build good relationships with diverse people.
• A passion for making a positive difference in people's lives.
• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle are preferred due to travel requirements across Leeds, but not essential.

We are committed to fair access and supporting individuals to realize their potential. Join us to contribute to meaningful change and support our service users in making positive life changes.

If you believe you align with our values and ethos and are passionate about supporting people, consider applying even if you feel your experience is limited; transferable skills are welcome.

Salary and Progression

The advertised salary reflects the full earning potential. Starting salaries include opportunities for pay progression within the pay band.

Who we are...

Waythrough (formerly Humankind), launched in October 2024 after merging with Richmond Fellowship, aims to remove barriers to support for those in need. We address poverty and disadvantage through mental health, substance misuse, housing, and related services.

With nearly 200 services across England and around 3,500 staff and volunteers, we support approximately 125,000 people annually.

As we integrate our systems and approaches, some branding may still reflect 'Humankind'.

What we offer...

• A role with tangible community impact.
• Opportunities for professional development in substance misuse and criminal justice fields.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment.
• Generous leave entitlement (27 days + bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 year).
• Annual leave purchase scheme.
• Enhanced sick pay and pension contributions.
• Additional benefits: death in service, free will writing, eyecare vouchers, Blue Light Card discounts, training opportunities, flexible working, wellbeing programs, Employee Assistance Program, and support networks.

To Apply

If interested, please apply via the following link to our website: Apply here.

Waythrough (formerly Humankind) is an equal-opportunity employer.