IPS Employment Specialist: Empower Lives Through Work

IPS Grow; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

26 days annual leave

Pension schemes

Travel benefits

Professional development

Job summary

IPS Grow is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to support people with long-term health conditions or barriers to employment in Blackpool and the wider community. The role involves on-the-ground engagement with employers, delivering Individual Placement and Support and building relationships for sustainable employment.

You will work across town centre offices and in the community, travel locally, and participate in a funded Connect to Work programme with full training and ongoing supervision.

Qualifications

• Level 3 in IAG or equivalent or minimum 2 years demonstrable experience providing employment support, advice and guidance.
• Having access to a vehicle to attend appointments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients with long term health conditions or barriers to employment.
• Deliver the IPS approach.
• Assist clients to understand skills, aspirations and goals and produce an Action Plan.
• Source job opportunities and engage with employers to explore opportunities.
• Provide education and support to employers, including adjustments and return-to-work plans.

Education

Level 3 in IAG or equivalent

Job description

IPS Grow is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to support people with long-term health conditions or barriers to employment in Blackpool and the wider community. The role involves on-the-ground engagement with employers, delivering Individual Placement and Support and building relationships for sustainable employment.

You will work across town centre offices and in the community, travel locally, and participate in a funded Connect to Work programme with full training and ongoing supervision.