IPS Employment Specialist — Community-Based Career Coach

Dorset Healthcare; Poole; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Work Matters (DWM) is recruiting band 5 employment specialists to support clients across Dorset, covering West Dorset within Community Rehabilitation. You will work with NHS teams, employers and partners to help people with mental health conditions secure paid employment through the IPS model.

You will build trusting relationships, provide practical tailored support, and travel to communities while contributing to a high-performing, inclusive service rated for excellence.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• IPS model experience and mental health employment support are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake weekly face-to-face engagement with local employers to proactively generate tailored job opportunities.
• Develop CVs and application forms for clients and prepare effectively for interviews.
• Support clients in discussing their mental health condition with potential employers if they choose to disclose.
• Provide welfare benefits advice and calculations to help clients make informed employment decisions.
• Deliver ongoing in-work support to clients and employers to ensure sustainable employment outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in line with IPS Fidelity Model requirements and service KPIs.
• Perform a high volume of administrative duties with attention to reporting, documentation, and data entry.
• Travel using own vehicle on Trust business as required.

Skills

Driving

Communication

Mental health

Job description

Dorset Work Matters (DWM) is recruiting band 5 employment specialists to support clients across Dorset, covering West Dorset within Community Rehabilitation. You will work with NHS teams, employers and partners to help people with mental health conditions secure paid employment through the IPS model.

You will build trusting relationships, provide practical tailored support, and travel to communities while contributing to a high-performing, inclusive service rated for excellence.