IPS Employment Specialist — Build Meaningful Futures

Standguide Group; Retford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave incl. bank hols

Birthday day off

Workplace pension scheme

Company health plan

Online GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in service cover

Will-planning support

Cycle to Work scheme

Sick pay

Training and development opportunities

Employee-owner benefits

Job summary

Standguide is recruiting an Employment Specialist to help people with mental health support needs secure meaningful, competitive employment across the UK. You will build trust with clients and employers, identify skills and employment goals, and provide practical job-search support, CVs, applications and interview prep.

Full training will be provided; prior IPS experience is not essential. You will work in the community, building partnerships with healthcare professionals and local organisations

Qualifications

• IPS experience or training would be advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to build trust and work positively with people and employers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver support in line with the IPS model.
• Build supportive and trusting relationships with clients.
• Help clients identify their skills, interests, experience and employment aspirations.
• Complete vocational profiles and agree personalised action plans.
• Support clients with job searches, CVs, applications, interview preparation and career development.
• Identify suitable employment opportunities through tailored job searching and direct contact with local employers.
• Explore both advertised vacancies and opportunities within the hidden job market.
• Develop positive relationships with employers and promote inclusive recruitment.
• Provide ongoing in-work support to clients and employers once employment has been secured.
• Work closely with healthcare professionals, referral partners, colleges, training providers and other local organisations.
• Maintain accurate records and provide clear evidence of client progress and outcomes.
• Work independently within the community while remaining an active member of the wider team.

Job description

Standguide is recruiting an Employment Specialist to help people with mental health support needs secure meaningful, competitive employment across the UK. You will build trust with clients and employers, identify skills and employment goals, and provide practical job-search support, CVs, applications and interview prep.

Full training will be provided; prior IPS experience is not essential. You will work in the community, building partnerships with healthcare professionals and local organisations