IPS Employment Specialist (Bristol)

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated IPS Employment Specialist in Bristol to empower individuals with substance use challenges. This rewarding role involves supporting clients in their journey to find and maintain paid employment, collaborating with treatment teams, and offering essential training in CV writing and interview techniques. With a commitment to making a real difference in people's lives, this position offers flexibility, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute positively to the community. If you're passionate about helping others achieve their employment goals, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing environment.
• Ability to work in a performance target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with substance use needs to find and maintain employment.
• Engage with employers and treatment teams to build relationships.
• Provide guidance on recovery and employment goals.

Skills

Customer Service

Social Care

Sales

Hospitality

Job description

Job Description: IPS Employment Specialist (Bristol), Bristol

Salary: £27,782.00 per annum with progression to £29,147.00 per annum (inclusive of location and hot spot supplement) + excellent benefits in Bristol Substance Use service.

Are you passionate about making a difference and supporting others to achieve their employment goals? Are you seeking a role that offers flexibility and job satisfaction?

We are looking for someone to support people with substance use issues to find paid employment as part of their recovery and improve their lives.

Why apply for the IPS Employment Advisor role at Richmond Fellowship?

• Make a real difference in people's lives
• Develop your skills and progress in your career
• Work alongside treatment teams and receive training from Richmond Fellowship and the IPS platform
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements, training, and development opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Support clients with substance use support needs to find and maintain paid employment
• Engage with employers and build relationships with treatment teams
• Provide support, advice, and guidance on recovery and employment goals
• Offer training in CV writing, interview techniques, etc.
• Maintain efficient admin systems for referrals, assessments, and reviews

Candidate requirements:

• Experience in a customer-facing environment (e.g., Customer Service, Social Care, Hospitality, Sales)
• Experience working in a performance target-driven environment
• Willingness to travel locally and work in the community

This is a permanent full-time position at 37.5 hours per week.