Overview
Job Title: Employment Specialist
Salary: £31-38,000 (Dependant on Experience)
Location: Multiple roles available in North & West London (Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Hillingdon, Camden, Islington, Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, Haringey)
Contract: Full Time - Permanent
Programme: Multiple provisions available across above locations
Responsibilities
* Case Management & Client Support: Manage a diverse caseload (20-40 maximum); provide information, advice, and guidance to clients facing workplace challenges.
* Conduct holistic initial assessments, identify barriers, and co-produce action plans to help clients achieve employment and health goals.
* Provide employment coaching, including career guidance, CV building, interview techniques, and job search support.
* Advocate for clients with employers, negotiating reasonable adjustments and solutions to workplace challenges.
* Refer clients to appropriate health, welfare, and employment services for additional support.
* Maintain accurate and compliant electronic client records.
* Collaboration & Partnership Working: Work closely with a Multidisciplinary Clinical Team to ensure a seamless participant journey aligned with individual needs.
* Build strong relationships with referral partners, including GPs, MSK teams, and social prescribers, to grow referrals and promote employment as a recovery tool.
* Develop partnerships with employers to support individuals in overcoming workplace barriers.
* Identify and establish links with training providers, colleges, and employment services to support client career progression.
Skills & Experience
* Essential: Experience managing a caseload of clients with health and employment-related barriers.
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and database management.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to build strong relationships with clients, employers, and stakeholders.
* Demonstrable customer service and coaching experience.
* Awareness of safeguarding practices for young people and vulnerable adults.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a target-driven environment.
* Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
* Willingness to travel across North London.
* This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check for working with adults and children.
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