Join our dynamic team as an Employment Specialist, where you’ll empower individuals with diverse challenges to find meaningful work and transform their lives through our innovative IPS program in Stoke on Trent.
Deadline: 8th December 2024
* North West
* Full-time
Job overview
Everyone should feel comfortable getting the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol or mental health.
At We Are With You we work with people on their own goals, whether that’s staying safe and healthy, making small changes or stopping an unwanted habit altogether. We give people support in a way that’s right for them either face to face in their local service, community or online.
We provide a free and confidential service without judgement to more than 100,000 people a year.
We use our expertise to improve the help available and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health so that more people can get support.
We Are With You.
Benefits
* 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
* 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
* Auto-enrollment into We Are With You’s pension scheme
* Access to a Blue Light Card – giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
* Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
* We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role!
Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years’ worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Diversity Statement
As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.
Role
We are looking for a passionate individual to join our amazing team in Stoke on Trent that is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of our clients. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, tailoring our approach to each individual’s needs to discover the best treatment and care options. We strive to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest.
Our IPS (Individual Placement and Support Employment Specialists) team aims to increase the number of people moving into meaningful employment from our drug and alcohol support service. This is a new project and is an exciting opportunity to help make a real difference to people’s lives. No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key.
Please note that working hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, however some on-call work may be required on evenings and weekends.
All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included.
Responsibilities
Please read the job description.
The person
* Experience of helping people facing severe labour market disadvantage to obtain or keep work
* Knowledge and understanding of issues faced by people in treatment/recovery in the job market
* Ability to develop relationships with multiple stakeholders, including employers, partner agencies, clients and their family/carers
* Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
* Good IT skills, familiar with Office Suite and Google Workspace
Desired Skills
* Sound knowledge of best practice in the provision of addictions and/or employability and employment services
* A proven track record in placing people into employment and/or in supporting people to achieve sustained employment
* Able to assess clients’ vocational functioning on an ongoing basis
* Understanding of national development priorities and the needs of the business community in relation to employability and employment
A full job description will be provided upon request.
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