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Employment Specialist

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 31,000 - 31,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Mansfield

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

IPS Employment Specialist
 Location: Mansfield (Community-Based)
Salary: £31,000 per annum + travel expenses beyond base location
Contract: Full Time | Permanent
   
 About the Opportunity
 We are recruiting for a passionate and proactive Employment Specialist to support individuals with health conditions, disabilities and other barriers to secure, sustain and progress in employment.
 This is a rewarding, community-based opportunity where you will work closely with individuals and employers to provide personalised, practical and ongoing support. Using an Individual Placement and Support (IPS) approach, you will help people Overcome workplace barriers, build confidence, achieve their employment goals and progress within their careers.
   
 As an Employment Specialist, you will combine coaching, advocacy, employer engagement and problem-solving to create sustainable outcomes for both individuals and businesses.
   
 Key Responsibilities
  
Deliver Individualised In-Work Support. 
Provide tailored one-to-one support to individuals in employment, helping them overcome workplace challenges and sustain their roles. 
Develop personalised action plans focused on job retention, wellbeing, confidence and career progression. 
Regularly review progress and adapt support in response to changing circumstances and individual needs. 
Empower individuals to develop the confidence, skills and resilience required to succeed in the workplace.  Build Strong Employer Partnerships
  
Develop and maintain positive relationships with employers across the Mansfield area. 
Engage with employers to understand their needs and identify opportunities for individuals supported through the service. 
Promote inclusive employment practices and appropriate workplace adjustments. 
Work collaboratively with employers to resolve workplace challenges and achieve positive employment outcomes.  Advocate and Enable Success
  
Act as a trusted advocate, ensuring individuals can access appropriate support, resources and workplace adjustments. 
Identify opportunities for training, professional development and career progression. 
Provide practical guidance and encouragement to help individuals achieve their employment aspirations. 
Build strong relationships with customers, employers and wider stakeholders.  Problem-Solve and Coordinate Support
  
Identify potential barriers to sustained employment and intervene proactively. 
Signpost and refer individuals to appropriate specialist services where additional support is required. 
Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to coordinate effective solutions. 
Maintain a person-centred approach while supporting individuals to take ownership of their employment journey.  Maintain Quality and Performance
  
Maintain accurate, timely and compliant records of customer interactions, action plans and employment outcomes. 
Manage a varied caseload effectively, prioritising activity according to customer need. 
Work towards agreed performance targets, outcomes and quality standards. 
Contribute to continuous improvement, best practice and the development of effective employment support.  About You
 We are looking for an Employment Specialist who is passionate about helping people achieve sustainable employment and who can build trusted relationships with individuals, employers and partner organisations.
 You will have:
  
Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills. 
A compassionate, person-centred and non-judgemental approach. 
Strong coaching, motivational and problem-solving abilities. 
The ability to manage a diverse caseload and prioritise competing demands. 
A proactive, resilient and solution-focused mindset. 
Strong organisational, administrative and record-keeping skills. 
The confidence to work independently within a community-based environment. 
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.  Desirable Experience
 The following experience would be advantageous:
  
Previous experience as an Employment Specialist, Employment Advisor, IPS Practitioner or similar employability professional. 
Experience within employability, supported employment, welfare-to-work, careers guidance or vocational rehabilitation. 
Knowledge of workplace wellbeing, disability inclusion and reasonable adjustments. 
Understanding of benefits, health-related employment support or vocational services. 
Experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions, disabilities or complex barriers to employment. 
Experience of employer engagement, partnership development and stakeholder management. 
Knowledge or practical experience of the IPS model.  Why Apply?
 This is an excellent opportunity for an Employment Specialist who wants to make a genuine difference to people's working lives while developing strong relationships with employers and communities across Mansfield.
 If you are passionate about helping people overcome barriers, achieve sustainable employment and progress in their careers, we'd love to hear from you.
   
 Apply Now
 To apply, please send your CV to:
 Rob Rowe 
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