Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within South West London and St Georges Mental Health Trust, the pioneers of the Individual Placement and Support Model of Vocational Rehabilitation (evidence-based supported employment) in the UK.

Role

We are seeking an Employment Specialist to join our well-established team in Kingston. You will have the opportunity to proactively manage a caseload of people who have experienced mental health problems who are unemployed and/or currently off work. This role enables you to deliver the Individual Placement and Support approach – an evidence-based model of vocational rehabilitation for people with mental health problems.

Working directly with all relevant stakeholders, including the service user, IRH staff, GPs, Employers, Human Resources and Occupational Health services to enable people experiencing mental health issues to gain, retain and sustain employment. You will also work with a close and supportive vocational team, sharing experiences, challenges and achievements with regular peer support and supervision while having an active role in the development and evolution of our successful vocational rehabilitation service. Our vocational team works with a collaborative coaching style, helping each other to grow and develop, which helps contribute to feeling valued and empowered while also receiving regular professional support and supervision.

Responsibilities

See Person spec and Job Description

The person

See Person spec and Job Description