Resources

A Work Health and Well-BeingToolkit – Surviving and Thriving at Work

Step into a new chapter in IPS with our groundbreaking Certificate in Individual Placement and Support—your opportunity to gain professional recognition and specialist skills in supporting people with complex mental health needs into meaningful work.

Discover how the Lincolnshire Recovery Partnership’s IPS team, under the expert leadership of Senior Employment Specialist Danny, has transformed supported employment in the region, achieving an impressive 47% employment outcome rate through strong leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a relentless focus on quality—all while seamlessly integrating vital employment support directly into the recovery journey.

Discover how Individual Placement and Support for young people (IPS-Y)—a tailored adaptation of the proven IPS model—is breaking down barriers for young people aged 16-25 who face the dual challenges of being not in education, employment, or training (NEET) and experiencing rising rates of anxiety and depression: by focusing not only on employment, but also on education as a vital recovery outcome, offering intensive family involvement, creative use of social media, and hands-on support, IPS-Y is reshaping futures.

IPS is transforming employment opportunities for individuals recovering from substance use disorders, offering a groundbreaking approach to rehabilitation. By integrating employment support directly into treatment services, this innovative programme is providing a critical pathway to dignity, self-sufficiency, and meaningful work for those seeking to rebuild their lives.

As Black History Month 2024 wraps up, IPS Grow reflects on the collective progress made by various services in advancing their Race Equity Action Plans. Notably, a recent study revealed that 46.2% of participants gained employment or educational support within just 132 days, highlighting the effectiveness of IPS and the crucial role of commitment to inclusivity in driving meaningful change across communities.

A new study reveals Individual Placement and Support (IPS) delivers equitable employment outcomes across diverse ethnic groups, with nearly half of participants securing jobs or education within four months.

This guide will help you to support your team members with their mental and physical health and wellbeing at work.

To support staff wellbeing, we have developed this Wellness Action Plan (WAP), a tool which helps all employees manage their mental and physical health and wellbeing at work.

As we bid farewell to a year filled with growth, collaboration, and significant milestones for IPS, join Niall, the Director of IPS Grow, on a journey through the achievements that shaped the last 12 months. From groundbreaking initiatives in mental health and substance misuse to expanding IPS into primary care, the IPS community has been a catalyst for transformative change.