IPS Employment Specialist: Mental Health & Community Work

Norfolk and Waveney Mind

England

Hybrid

GBP 30,000 - 36,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Norfolk and Waveney Mind is recruiting an IPS Employment Specialist to help people with mental health needs find paid work. The role is based in East Norfolk with hybrid working and 37.5 hours per week, salary £32,073 per annum, and requires a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Mileage is reimbursed; home working supported for admin tasks. The post emphasizes IPS principles, client motivation, and strong engagement with employers across the community, with a focus on meaningful

Qualifications

You will need to be supportive and empathetic with great communication and listening skills.
Ability to motivate and build relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

Supporting and motivating individuals with mental health conditions to access and sustain paid employment.
Regularly meeting with clients to listen, offer support and help them identify their best job match.
Supporting the clients through CV production, interview techniques and managing their health at work.
Advocating for your clients by educating and engaging with employers regarding the IPS service.
Sourcing job opportunities for your clients through regular contact with local employers within the community.
Promoting employment and raising expectations around the ability of service users to access paid employment.