IPS Employment Specialist x 2

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to enhance the STEP-UP Programme. In this full-time role, you will manage a caseload of clients undergoing treatment for substance use, helping them secure sustainable employment. You will deliver person-centred advice, collaborate with clinical teams, and report outcomes to the Public Health Team. This position offers a flexible mix of office and homeworking, ongoing training, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join a dedicated team making a meaningful impact in the community!

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted Public Transport

Discounted Leisure Facilities

Free Personal Trainer Program

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting clients with drug and/or alcohol use.
• Ability to deliver tailored advice and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients in structured treatment for drug and/or alcohol use.
• Deliver the IPS approach and build relationships with clinical teams.

Skills

Person-Centred Advice

Client Relationship Management

Collaboration with Clinical Teams

Outcome Reporting

Education

Relevant Degree or Qualification

Job description

We are seeking an IPS Employment Specialist to enhance the quality and effectiveness of our STEP-UP Programme.

What will be expected from me?

As part of the overall expansion of the STEP-UP Programme, you will work within a team of IPS Employment Specialists and manage a caseload of clients who are in structured treatment for drug and/or alcohol use. Your role is to assist them in securing sustainable paid employment in line with their preferences.

What might I be doing?

• You will contribute to and report outcomes to the Council’s Public Health Team and develop improvement measures where needed.
• You will deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) approach (training will be provided), offering person-centred advice and guidance to clients, and building positive relationships with clinical teams and key partners to facilitate clients' move into suitable employment.

Overall Purpose of the Post:

To support the expansion of the STEP-UP Programme by working within a team of specialist IPS Employment Specialists and managing a caseload of clients in structured treatment for drug and/or alcohol use, helping them secure sustainable employment. You will deliver the IPS approach, providing tailored advice and guidance, and collaborating with Business Engagement Officers to enable clients to find suitable jobs.

You will also support the reporting of outcomes to the Council’s Public Health Team and assist in developing improvement measures as needed.

What can I expect?

• This is a full-time position of 37 hours per week, with a flexible mix of office and homeworking.
• Support and ongoing training.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport options (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• A comprehensive benefits package, including discounted leisure facilities, a free 12-week exercise program with a personal trainer, discounts across various retail, entertainment, health, and leisure providers, cycle-to-work scheme, and more.

Want to Know More?

If you would like more information about the role, the recruitment process, or working for Wakefield Council, please contact Sharon Marshall.

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