Employment Specialist
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Location : Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 6BX
Salary: £24,020 - £30,790 per annum
Do you want to be part of a team that is recognised as the best performing IPS (The Individual Placement and Support) service within the UK for total job outcomes? If so, please read on!
They are seeking an Employment Specialist to work within the IPS team based in Barnsley. The IPS team help to find meaningful jobs for people we support that suit their skills, abilities and experience, as well as supporting people with job sustainment.
The Role
As an Employment Specialist, youll not only transform the lives of the people you work with, but youre also creating a fairer and more inclusive society. Youll join a passionate, driven team and receive the training and support you need to advance your career in a rewarding, diverse and fast-moving environment.
Working alongside their partners in the service, employment becomes a central integral part of the clinical provision provided. This role would be ideal for someone who can demonstrate empathy, confidence, resilience, reliability and a passion for helping the most distant from the job market.
Experience is this field is not essential, however, you will need to demonstrate a creative approach to developing highly tailored support to participants, including in work support as well as people and employer engagement skills. You will be expected to be able to work both independently and as part of the team.
Skills and Qualifications
Experience or an understanding of working with people with substance misuse issues, or similar groups.
Experience of working with people on a one-to-one basis, offering motivation and support.
Empathy with those with substance misuse needs.
The ability to build good relationships with a range of different people, from employers and clients to clinicians.
The ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
A passion for making a difference to peoples lives.
A level 3 qualification, or equivalent career experience.
Please note the position requires you to hold a driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years service)
Annual leave purchase scheme
Enhanced occupational sick pay
Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
Death in service benefit
Free Will writing
Eyecare vouchers
Blue light card discount
Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies
Happy, Healthy You! their wellbeing offers for their workforce
Employee Assist Programme and Support Networks
To Apply
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