Impactful IPS Employment Specialist (Community-Based)

Red 5 People; Fareham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 29,343 GBP

40 days holiday

Mileage reimbursement

Training & supervision

Job summary

Red 5 People is recruiting an IPS Employment Specialist to join a supportive, close-knit team delivering high-quality Individual Placement and Support services across New Milton, Gosport and Havant.

You’ll work in the community, embedded with clinical teams, helping people with mental health challenges to secure sustainable, paid employment and progress on their recovery journey. Travel across the Winchester area is required and driving is essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to travel across the Winchester area.
• Strong organisational and admin skills.
• Genuine interest in supporting people with mental health needs into employment.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of around 20 clients, providing tailored, person-centred employment support.
• Meeting clients face-to-face in the community to develop career plans, CVs, and job search strategies.
• Actively engaging with local employers to identify opportunities (including hidden jobs).
• Supporting clients with interviews, applications, and in-work support.
• Providing guidance around benefits, disclosure, and workplace adjustments.
• Attending clinical meetings and contributing to a holistic recovery approach.
• Maintaining accurate records using IPS systems and contributing to performance targets.

Skills

Proactive

Resilient

Strong communicator

Team player

Employer engagement

Job description

Red 5 People is recruiting an IPS Employment Specialist to join a supportive, close-knit team delivering high-quality Individual Placement and Support services across New Milton, Gosport and Havant.

You’ll work in the community, embedded with clinical teams, helping people with mental health challenges to secure sustainable, paid employment and progress on their recovery journey. Travel across the Winchester area is required and driving is essential.