Overview
Looking to make a genuine difference and transform someone’s life? Before applying for this role, please read the information about this opportunity found below. We are seeking motivated and passionate Employment Specialists in the health and work sector to join our teams at South Yorkshire Housing Association (SYHA). We are recruiting for roles across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw.
Do you want to understand more about the crucial role employment can play in enhancing the lives of people with health conditions?
If you answer yes to the above, we encourage you to apply!
More About The Role
As an Employment Specialist you will play a vital role in working alongside people with mental health conditions and disabilities to gain sustainable paid work. You’ll receive training and support to take on the role and have access to opportunities to develop your skills while working at SYHA. We welcome applications from all experience levels and backgrounds. You will need a good understanding of the barriers faced by people with disabilities and mental health conditions, with experience in networking and building relationships with a variety of people.
What is an Employment Specialist?
This is a rewarding and diverse role where no day is ever the same. Using the person-centred Individual Placement And Support (IPS) model with zero exclusion criteria, you will support people from all walks of life by:
* Using a strengths-based coaching style to encourage sustainable outcomes for the individuals in your caseload.
* Building relationships with employers to understand their recruitment needs and source individualized employment opportunities based on people’s preferences.
* Working with employers to support their employees who are struggling due to health to thrive in the workplace.
* Motivating people to ensure frequent engagement and to develop their skills and confidence to find and sustain meaningful employment.
* Working with health partners to provide an integrated, well-rounded employment service.
* Advocating for your caseload by educating and engaging employers regarding the employment service.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking a positive, proactive and compassionate person to join our organisation. We welcome applications from all experience levels and backgrounds. You do not need to have worked in this role before. Ideally, successful candidates will have:
* Commitment, drive and integrity to challenge inequality and break down barriers, with a strong belief in a strengths-based approach and tailored goals.
* Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders using various methods (in-person or via email).
* Excellent organisational skills, including diary management, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
* Excellent IT skills and the confidence to learn new CRMs and MS 365; proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Confidence to work out in the community, meet new employers, advocate for the people who want to work, and showcase all our service has to offer.
* Strong ability to record information accurately and timely.
* Ability to travel within South Yorkshire and hold a full, valid driving license with access to a vehicle for work (essential).
We are also actively interested in individuals with transferrable skills such as persuasive communication, motivational interviewing, or promoting service to various audiences (coaching, recruitment, sales, education, training/mentoring or related roles).
Who We Are
At South Yorkshire Housing Association, our purpose is for our customers to settle at home, live well and realise their potential. We work with people in different ways—from extra-care housing to providing services and opportunities that individuals can access in their home, workplace and community, to creating houses for affordable rent. Our employees enable us to create the best services, support, and experiences for our customers. We believe that difference makes us better, and that our services are stronger with a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Please note that we may remove this advert prior to the advertised date, depending on response. Please apply at your earliest convenience. At SYHA, we value the contribution of people with disabilities and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview. To be considered under the scheme, disabled applicants must disclose their disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) on the Equal Opportunities section of the job application.
SYHA does not hold a sponsorship license and is unable to provide visa sponsorship. For the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 this is an excluded job.
Closing Date: 12 April 2026 at midnight. Interview Dates: 20, 23 and 24 April 2026.
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