IPS Employment Specialist — Transform Lives in the Community

Blackpool Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

26 days annual leave + -

Generous pension schemes

Travel benefits

Training and development opportunities

Health support services

Supportive supervision and appraisals

Employee discounts

Job summary

Blackpool Council in Leyland is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to help people with long-term conditions or barriers to work find meaningful paid employment. You will travel locally, build relationships with employers and deliver IPS with full training provided.

The role requires a Level 3 in IAG or equivalent or at least 2 years of employment support experience, and a strong emphasis on communication, time management and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Level 3 in IAG or equivalent or minimum 2 years demonstrable experience providing employment support.
• Strong communication, time management and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients with barriers to work and support them to secure suitable paid employment.
• Develop relationships with local employers and coordinate with referral agencies.
• Travel locally to offices and community settings; use a vehicle daily for appointments.
• Deliver Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model with training provided.
• Provide holistic, person-centred advice and guidance to clients.

Skills

Persuasive communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 in IAG or equivalent

2+ years employment support experience

Job description

Blackpool Council in Leyland is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to help people with long-term conditions or barriers to work find meaningful paid employment. You will travel locally, build relationships with employers and deliver IPS with full training provided.

The role requires a Level 3 in IAG or equivalent or at least 2 years of employment support experience, and a strong emphasis on communication, time management and organisational skills.