IPS Employment Specialist

Are you passionate about supporting people and understanding of mental health needs? If so, you could be the ideal candidate for our team.

Job Details

• Band 5 Employment Specialist role at Dorset Work Matters (DWM) based in West Dorset, within a Community Rehabilitation setting.
• Part of the expanding mental health employment support service funded by expansion funding.
• Role offers the opportunity to work closely with NHS teams, employers and partner organisations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly face‑to‑face engagement with local employers to generate tailored job opportunities, including job carving, in line with IPS principles.
• Collaborate with clients to set employment goals, develop CVs and application forms, and prepare for interviews.
• Support clients in deciding whether to disclose their mental health condition to potential employers and provide guidance on this discussion.
• Provide advice and calculations on welfare benefits to help clients make informed employment decisions.
• Deliver ongoing in‑work support to clients and employers, ensuring sustainable employment outcomes.
• Adhere to the quality standards and compliance requirements of the IPS Fidelity Model, striving to meet or exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date records in line with Service and IPS Fidelity Model requirements.
• Perform a high volume of administrative duties with attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in reporting, documentation and data entry.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience or motivation in supporting individuals with mental health conditions to secure sustainable employment.
• Knowledge of IPS principles and the IPS Fidelity Model is an asset.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (cost covered by the Trust).
• Full and valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel using own vehicle for Trust business.
• Excellent communication, organisational and record‑keeping skills.

About Dorset HealthCare

Dorset HealthCare Trust is a leading provider of community, inpatient and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. The Trust operates 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a range of integrated services, and was rated Outstanding by the CQC in 2019.

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