IPS Employment Specialist (Worcestershire)

TN United Kingdom; Esher; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a forward-thinking organization dedicated to helping individuals with health needs return to work. As part of a new IPS team, you will play a vital role in delivering supported employment to those affected by substance misuse and other health conditions. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, along with a passion for making a difference. Join a compassionate team that values diversity and is committed to creating a world-class service. If you're enthusiastic about empowering others and fostering partnerships with employers, this role could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in talking to employers and helping people into work.
• Proven ability to build rapport with individuals affected by substance misuse.

Responsibilities

• Deliver supported employment to people in community treatment for substance use.
• Help match individuals into meaningful work while respecting their preferences.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Building

Commercial Acumen

Teamwork

Empathy

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

At Cranstoun, we are always in search of talented and experienced individuals to join us. An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of our brand-new Individual Placement and Support (IPS) team.

Cranstoun provides a range of services for those affected by alcohol and other drugs across the area. Our skilled and compassionate people work closely with service users and their families to change and save lives. We’re proud of our teams who have a positive attitude, a desire to go the extra mile to make a difference, and create a world-class service.

IPS is an innovative project to help people with health needs back into work.

Do you understand the importance of work and the vital role it can play in the lives of those with health conditions or disabilities?

Do you take pride in what you do, and can you think creatively about how different organizations can work together to deliver a better service?

Are you happy to talk with employers and help match people into meaningful work?

The roles will deliver supported employment to people in community treatment for substance use, who may be affected by other health conditions or disabilities, using the Individual Placement and Support approach (IPS). The aim is to help people into paid work in a way that respects their preferences and choices.

About you

• We do not expect you to know everything about IPS – unless you are applying for a Senior Employment Specialist (TL) role, where some knowledge is helpful.
• We would like you to have experience talking to employers and helping people into work.
• We want great communication skills and the ability to build relationships with everyone from the frontline up to CEO level.
• Negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
• Drive, passion, and commitment.
• Proven ability to build rapport with people and especially understanding issues for people affected by substance misuse or similar conditions.
• Boundless enthusiasm, excellent teamwork, and the ability to work in a target-driven environment.

If this sounds like you, then you might be ideal for our new Employment Specialist or Senior Employment Specialist roles. Our IPS team aims to increase the number of people moving into employment from specialist community health services.

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept CVs.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and relevant barred lists check.

We are an inclusive employer, committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of our work.