IPS Employment Specialist: Help People Find Meaningful Work

Blackpool Skip Hire Ltd.; Lancashire; Remote; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Annual leave 26 days + holidays terms

Pension schemes

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Blackpool Skip Hire Ltd. is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to support people with long-term health conditions to find or return to work in Blackburn and surrounding areas.

You will deliver Individual Placement and Support, requiring travel locally and daily use of a vehicle, to build relationships with employers and coordinate client support across services. Training will be provided to enable effective, person-centred guidance.

Qualifications

• Level 3 in Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in employment support.
• Able to travel locally and have reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients with barriers to employment.
• Liaise with local employers to create job opportunities.
• Deliver IPS-based employment support with full training.
• Work with referral agencies and health professionals to ensure quality referrals.
• Maintain accurate records and report on progress.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organisation

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 in IAG or equivalent

Job description

Blackpool Skip Hire Ltd. is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to support people with long-term health conditions to find or return to work in Blackburn and surrounding areas.

You will deliver Individual Placement and Support, requiring travel locally and daily use of a vehicle, to build relationships with employers and coordinate client support across services. Training will be provided to enable effective, person-centred guidance.