Join Us at Hestia: Make a Difference!
At Hestia, we are driven by our core values and a commitment to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization. Our mission? To empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. We are currently seeking an Employment Specialist to play a vital role in our Employment Support Service in Barnet.
Your Role: What Will You Be Doing?
As an Employment Specialist at Twining-Hestia Enterprise, you will support individuals facing mental health and musculoskeletal challenges in finding and maintaining paid employment. Utilizing the internationally recognized Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model, you will:
* Manage a caseload of clients, helping them develop and implement personalized employment plans.
* Conduct career guidance, job searches, CV preparation, and interview coaching.
* Collaborate closely with clinical staff and community partners.
* Provide ongoing support to ensure clients can remain in or return to work.
* Engage with employers and meet monthly targets while maintaining accurate records.
This role offers flexibility, career development opportunities, and the chance to be part of a supportive, high-performing team dedicated to enhancing mental health and well-being through work.
What Do You Need to Bring?
We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate the core skills required for this role and align with our values and mission. You don’t need to check off every box right away; what matters most is your willingness to learn. We also value lived experience, so feel free to share this in your application.
Key Qualifications:
* A strong understanding of the support needs of individuals with mental health and musculoskeletal issues.
* Experience in a health or social care setting.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* A proven ability to work effectively in an outcome-driven environment.
* Confidence and empathy in client engagement, with a creative approach to problem-solving.
* Self-motivated and proactive in managing your own well-being.
* Commitment to equality, diversity, and person-centered support.
* Experience in IPS or mental health services is a plus, but not essential.
* Willingness to travel within designated boroughs.
Interview Steps: What to Expect
We keep our interview process straightforward, so you know exactly what to expect:
* Shortlisting Call: Our dedicated recruitment specialists will discuss your experience, motivations, and values, while sharing insights about our impactful work.
* Face-to-Face Interview: You’ll meet with the hiring manager for a values and competency-based interview.
Don’t worry if there are additional stages in the process; it’s all part of our thorough approach for certain roles.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our service users come from diverse backgrounds, and so do we. We believe that hiring individuals from various backgrounds strengthens our organization. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, valuing the unique skills, abilities, and experiences that different people and communities bring.
We Are a Disability Confident Employer
Hestia proudly stands as a disability confident employer, committed to the career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Reasonable adjustments are provided during the selection process and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children, and young people who may be at risk. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, requiring ongoing safeguarding training throughout employment.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please note that pre-employment checks will be required before a formal offer can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early if we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.