Employment Specialist – Hampshire
We are excited to be delivering Connect to Work in Hampshire and are seeking Employment Specialists to join our Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and Supported Employment programme. This is a rewarding role where you will help people with mental health support needs achieve sustainable employment and improved wellbeing through evidence-based practice.
About the Role
As an Employment Specialist, you’ll provide tailored support to a group of clients, guiding them through their employment journey. You’ll work closely with health professionals, service providers, and employers to make their journey into work as smooth as possible. You will support individuals to secure paid employment that aligns with their preferences, while promoting social inclusion and recovery. This is a community-based role, requiring travel across Hampshire (excluding Portsmouth and Southampton).
What You’ll Do
- Work one-to-one with clients to understand their goals and provide tailored employment support.
- Build strong relationships with local employers to create job opportunities and provide ongoing in-work support.
- Collaborate with NHS Mental Health teams and other referral partners to ensure IPS is fully integrated within clinical services.
- Generate referrals through local partnerships, including GPs, DWP, and community organisations.
- Meet and exceed performance targets aligned to contractual commitments.
You Will Have
- Knowledge or training in the IPS approach (Desirable).
- Experience working with people with health conditions, disabilities, or similar client groups (Essential).
- Understanding of IPS principles (Essential).
- Experience of one-to-one support and helping people obtain or keep work (Essential).
- Proven ability to achieve outcomes and targets (Essential).
- Experience working with employers to develop opportunities and provide workplace support (Desirable).
- Experience in health or social care settings (Desirable).
Location
Community-based (peripatetic) role across Hampshire, excluding Portsmouth and Southampton.
We’re reviewing applications as they arrive and arranging interviews promptly, so early applications are encouraged.
Employee Benefits
At Shaw Trust, you’ll make a positive impact on people’s lives while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, rising to 28 days with service.
- Paid volunteering: 2 days per year.
- Enhanced pension and Life Assurance.
- Learning & development opportunities, including apprenticeships and leadership programmes.
- Health & wellbeing support and inclusive networks.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of disability or social exclusion. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact Resourcing@shaw-trust.org.uk.
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