Resources

Unemployment is strongly linked to the development of mental health problems. Suitable work can be good for people’s health.

Tool to calculate indicative service cost, workforce requirement and outcomes targets.

Helping individuals to consider employment opportunities. The Vocational Interest Tool linked below is designed to help you and your service users begin some meaningful discussions about access to employment, education or volunteering.

This article was written by Julia Stapleton (IPS Grow Lead for London) for Black History Month.

Addiction is not covered by the Discrimination Act, so employers are within their rights to say that they will not employ any of our clients for this reason.

Everyone working in IPS services brings not only their professional expertise but also a wealth of personal experience that, when used appropriately, can be valuable in helping people to gain and sustain employment.

Getting back into employment can be a vital part of a recovery journey – providing structure, social networks as well improved mental health, self-esteem, and financial independence.