Job overview

2 x Fixed Term contract/secondment opportunity for up to 24 months. (1 Employment Specialist based at Pullman Place, Gloucester and 1 based at Charlton Lane, Cheltenham)

Internal applicants who wish to be considered for a secondment opportunity should discuss with their line manager the suitability of a possible secondment.

Are you looking for a career where you can make a positive difference to the lives of people with Mental Health Difficulties?

Role

(1 Employment Specialist based at Pullman Place, Gloucester and 1 based at Charlton Lane, Cheltenham)

For people who need Mental Health support, getting back into work is a vital step on their recovery journey. The evidence backs this up and although 90% of people with Severe Mental Illness want to work, only 8% of them are in paid employment. This is why we are looking for people to join our friendly Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Service, as an Employment Specialist.

Responsibilities

See job description attached

The person

Qualifications
Essential criteria

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent level of knowledge
  • Experience or knowledge of recruitment/employment
  • Knowledge and experience of Recovery and Social Inclusion principles

    • Experience
    Essential criteria

  • Experience of working in supported employment services
  • Experience of working with people with Mental Health problems or a similar service user group
  • An understanding of employment and challenges for people who have Mental Health experiences

    • other
    Essential criteria

  • Flexibility to travel within the region
  • Full driving license with access to own vehicle for business purposes