At a Glance
- Tasks: Help individuals in recovery find meaningful employment and support them through the job search process.
- Company: Join a well-established, award-winning IPS service making a real difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, mileage reimbursement, hybrid work options, and excellent training opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with no two days the same, offering great career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a genuine impact by empowering others to achieve their career aspirations.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, empathy, and a passion for helping others succeed.
The predicted salary is between 32073 - 32073 £ per year.
Please note: Driver’s license and access to a vehicle are essential for this role. Business insurance is also required. Mileage is reimbursed at 45p per mile for cars, after deducting the mileage between your home and work base.
Full-Time: 37.5 Hours per week - Monday - Friday
Salary: £32,073 per annum
Location Coverage: This is a hybrid role, a minimum of 65% work in the community meeting clients and employers. Work from Home is an option for completing admin tasks. Location: West Norfolk, covering mainly Kings Lynn. Your work hub will be REST Kings Lynn.
As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will play a vital role in helping people in drug and alcohol recovery find meaningful and fulfilling employment. Joining a well-established and award-winning IPS service that utilises the skills of people with backgrounds from a variety of industries. Providing you with excellent training and the support you need to take on the role, develop your skills and have access to a broad range of opportunities within Norfolk and Waveney Mind.
We welcome applications from all experience levels and backgrounds; you do not need experience in the mental health sector to apply. What you will need is the ability to motivate and build relationships with clients, strong organisational skills, the confidence to communicate and engage with a range of employers and stakeholders, and a fundamental belief that anyone who wants to work can work.
This is a rewarding and dynamic role where no day is the same and you'll be making a genuine difference to people's lives. Using the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model you'll be:
- Supporting and motivating individuals with mental health conditions to access and sustain paid employment.
- Regularly meeting with clients to listen, offer support and help them identify their best job match, reflecting their skills and aspirations.
- Supporting the clients through CV production, interview techniques and managing their health at work.
- Advocating for your clients by educating and engaging with employers regarding the IPS service.
- Sourcing job opportunities for your clients through regular contact with local employers within the community.
You will need to be supportive and empathetic with great communication and listening skills. Also, the ability to initiate and develop relationships with individuals and be able to engage employers using a variety of methods such as via phone or face-to-face in the community, alongside having excellent time management and organisational skills.
Employment Specialist in King's Lynn employer: Norfolk and Waveney Mind
Norfolk and Waveney Mind is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises mental health and well-being. As a Recovery Worker in Norwich, you will benefit from flexible daytime shifts, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community by helping individuals navigate their recovery journeys. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values compassion, collaboration, and personal growth.
