An exciting new opportunity has arisen to expand the Workways IPS (Individual Placement and Support Supported Employment) team across Devon Partnership NHS Trust. Workways is recruiting Employment Specialists to work in Torbay.
Workways' admin base is in Exminster, near Exeter, but day-to-day work for the post holder will be based within Mental Health teams in the area of work. The post holder will receive management and clinical supervision from Workways. They will assist Workways clients to find and receive support while in paid employment using the evidenced-based Individual Placement & Support (IPS) approach. Experience supporting employers and helping people with health conditions (preferably mental health-related) to find employment is essential.
Please note: Applicants requiring a certificate of sponsorship should review the 'Coming to work in the UK Visa information' link on the advert to see if they meet the requirements, as this role does not meet the standard salary threshold for a skilled worker visa.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will work as part of the Workways team, following the IPS evidence-based best practice. They will provide specialised vocational assessments of individuals' work needs and manage a caseload of up to 20 people (per WTE) experiencing mental health issues who wish to enter or remain in employment, aligned with IPS principles.
They will work with individuals in an individualised manner to help them achieve their employment goals, proactively engaging with their caseload. They will provide advice, information, and support to individuals, their employers, and mental health workers. Establishing and maintaining links with relevant organisations, employers, and individuals to facilitate employment opportunities for those with mental health issues is also key.
This role may involve lone working, frequent work away from base, and working without direct supervision.
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