Employment Specialists identify and meet service users vocational goals by providing individually tailored programs using a person centred approach. The IPS staff sit within Community Mental Health clinical teams so that they are embedded and part of that MDT and wider discussion. Completing initial assessments of service users vocational needs Work collaboratively with service users to complete a Vocational Profile Confidential and individualised support to meet service users employment goals. Help to search for jobs quickly Help to build or rebuild CVs, make applications and prepare for interviews Support with the disclosure of mental health conditions, should service users choose to disclose Contact with local employers to seek fresh opportunities and support for the employer to help service users to return to work Continued support once service users are in work for them and their employer Work Retention support Actively and regularly engage with employers and employment services Attend and actively contribute to CMHT team allocation meetings Complete required records for caseload and service activity and achievement of outcomes Work flexibly across the county to support service need