Job Title: IPS Employment Specialist
Location: Westminster
Contract: Temporary – 3 Months Initially (With Likely Extension)
Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Pay Rate: £21 P/H Ltd Umbrella (£18.85 PAYE Inclusive/£16.82 PAYE Exclusive)
Organisational Values:
Care • Be Human • Do the Right Thing
The Opportunity as a IPS Employment Specialist:
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a respected and well-established charity organisation delivering specialist substance misuse recovery and employment support services across the community. The organisation is committed to helping individuals rebuild confidence, independence and long-term recovery through meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate IPS Employment Specialist to support individuals in recovery from drug and alcohol misuse into paid employment, education and vocational opportunities. Working within an Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model, you will provide tailored employment support while working collaboratively with treatment teams, employers and community partners.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about recovery, social inclusion and empowering vulnerable individuals to achieve positive life outcomes through employment.
Key Responsibilities as a IPS Employment Specialist:
Managing a caseload of individuals engaged in substance misuse recovery services who wish to access employment
Delivering tailored one-to-one employment support using the IPS model
Completing vocational profiles, action plans and employment-focused assessments
Supporting service users with CV writing, interview preparation, applications and job searching
Providing ongoing in-work support to help individuals sustain employment
Building strong relationships with local employers to identify suitable job opportunities
Promoting employment as a key part of recovery and social inclusion
Working collaboratively with recovery practitioners, clinicians and external agencies
Supporting individuals with benefit advice, workplace adjustments and confidence-building
Maintaining accurate and timely records using case management systemsEssential Requirements as a IPS Employment Specialist:
Experience working within employment support, substance misuse, mental health or social care services
Experience supporting vulnerable or socially excluded individuals on a one-to-one basis
Strong understanding of recovery-focused and person-centred approaches
Excellent communication, motivation and relationship-building skills
Ability to engage with employers and community stakeholders confidently
Experience managing caseloads and achieving outcome-focused targets
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and case management systems
Understanding of safeguarding, GDPR and professional boundaries
NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, Advice & Guidance, Employment Services or equivalent desirable
Enhanced Adults DBS (within 12 months or registered on Update Service)
Valid Right to Work documentation
Satisfactory employment referencesWhy Work With Service Care Solutions as a IPS Employment Specialist:
Four weekly payroll runs
Competitive pay rates
£250 training allowance
Dedicated specialist substance misuse consultant
Single point of contact throughout your placement
Referral bonus schemes available
PAYE and Ltd payment options
Access to nationwide substance misuse opportunities
Free fast-track DBS processing available
How to Apply as a IPS Employment Specialist:
If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the above requirements, please apply today or contact the Substance Misuse Division at Service Care Solutions for further information.
Due to high application volumes, only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted