Mental Health Advisor

Red 5 People; Winchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days holiday

Mileage paid at 45p per mile

Job summary

Red 5 People in Winchester is recruiting an IPS Employment Specialist to join a supportive, close-knit team delivering high-quality Individual Placement and Support services across the area. The role focuses on helping people with mental health challenges secure sustainable employment as part of their recovery journey.

You’ll work within clinical teams, collaborating with healthcare professionals while also building strong relationships with local employers.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Ability to travel across the Winchester area
• Strong organisational and admin skills
• Genuine interest in supporting people with mental health needs into employment

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of around 20 clients, providing tailored, person-centred employment support
• Meeting clients face-to-face in the community to develop career plans, CVs, and job search strategies
• Actively engaging with local employers to identify opportunities (including hidden jobs)
• Supporting clients with interviews, applications, and in-work support
• Providing guidance around benefits, disclosure, and workplace adjustments
• Attending clinical meetings and contributing to a holistic recovery approach
• Maintaining accurate records using IPS systems and contributing to performance targets

Skills

Proactive

Self-driven

Resilient

Communication

Employer engagement

Team player

Job description

We're recruiting for an IPS Employment Specialist to join a supportive, close-knit team delivering high-quality Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services across Winchester.

This is a community-based role, working directly with individuals experiencing mental health challenges, supporting them into sustainable, meaningful employment as part of their recovery journey.

You’ll be embedded within clinical teams, working collaboratively with healthcare professionals while also building strong relationships with local employers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing a caseload of around 20 clients, providing tailored, person-centred employment support
• Meeting clients face-to-face in the community to develop career plans, CVs, and job search strategies
• Actively engaging with local employers to identify opportunities (including hidden jobs)
• Supporting clients with interviews, applications, and in-work support
• Providing guidance around benefits, disclosure, and workplace adjustments
• Attending clinical meetings and contributing to a holistic recovery approach
• Maintaining accurate records using IPS systems and contributing to performance targets

What a Typical Week Looks Like

• Around 3 client meetings per day
• Minimum 6 face-to-face engagements per week (clients or employers)
• Fridays: Team meetings, planning, and admin time (no client appointments)
• Regular shadowing, mentoring, and ongoing training provided

What We're Looking For

This role suits someone who is:

• Proactive and self-driven - able to take initiative rather than wait for direction
• Resilient and adaptable - comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• A strong communicator who can build relationships with both clients and employers
• Comfortable with outreach and employer engagement (calls, visits, networking)
• A team player who enjoys working collaboratively

Backgrounds That Work Well

• Employability / Welfare to Work
• Mental Health or Support Work
• Recruitment or Sales
• Retail or Customer-Facing Roles
• Teaching Assistants or similar support roles

Essential Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (travel reimbursed at 45p per mile)
• Ability to travel across the Winchester area
• Strong organisational and admin skills
• Genuine interest in supporting people with mental health needs into employment

What's On Offer

• Salary: £29,343
• 40 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Mileage paid at 45p per mile
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and career development
• Supportive team culture with regular supervision and collaboration

The Bigger Picture

You’ll be working to a high-fidelity IPS model, where success is measured by real outcomes - helping people move into competitive, paid employment. The team works towards achieving 40% of clients entering employment, making this a rewarding role where your impact is clear and meaningful.

Recruitment Process

• Interviews are ASAP

If you want a role where you can make a genuine difference, work in a supportive team, and take ownership of your caseload - this could be a great fit.