In this role, you'll manage a caseload of 25 individuals receiving structured treatment for drug and/or alcohol use, helping them secure sustainable paid employment in line with their preferences.
You'll deliver the IPS employment support approach, offering person-centred advice and guidance while fostering positive relationships with local employers to create employment opportunities.
Your focus will be on helping clients sustain their employment while working collaboratively with treatment service staff to identify potential referrals and provide integrated support leading to job acquisition and retention.
IPS is a fundamental commitment in the Government’s Drug Strategy, revolutionising employment support in all treatment services in England. This evidence-based model ensures service users secure preference-led paid work, significantly more effective than any other support.
Join us and play a pivotal role in setting up this integrated service.
You’ll work closely with key stakeholders to promote to ensure continuity of the service across Hull as part of our vibrant Renew service. Here, our dedicated team work together to provide personalised support to every individual who comes through our doors, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
About You:
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Educated to degree level or equivalent work experience
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Strong communication skills for effective relationship building
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Proficient in team management and support strategies
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Aptitude in data collection and reporting for IPS services
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Dedication to assisting individuals secure paid employment
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Proven ability to connect with individuals, especially those affected by substance misuse
What We Offer:
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Generous holiday entitlement (+ bank holidays), increasing annually for first five years.
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Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week, ‘Wellness’ hub, and Employee Assist Programme
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Contributory pension scheme
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Great benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
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A supportive team passionate about their work
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Training, career development & progression opportunities
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Refer a friend scheme with generous vouchers for successful candidates
If you're excited about this opportunity, apply now and be part of our transformative journey at Change Grow Live.
Join us in making a profound difference in people's lives.
Please review the attached Job Description and Role Specifics for a detailed outline of responsibilities and Person Specification.
Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
