Reach Dorset is an integrated drug and alcohol recovery service which provides advice, support and structured treatment for individuals around drug and alcohol related issues. About the role…We are currently looking for an Individual Placement Support (IPS) Employment Specialist to join our team on a full-time basis.
The Reach IPS team aims to increase the number of people moving into employment from the specialist drug and alcohol services.
The role will deliver supported employment to people in community treatment for substance use, using the Individual Placement and Support approach (IPS). The aim is to help people into paid work in a way that respects their preferences and choices.
An Employment Specialist offers a bespoke employment service to the individual accessing recovery at Reach which includes, career coaching, CV writing, interview techniques, making links with local and national employers, attending job fairs, working across different sites and some community working. To help and support the individual to quickly gain employment as part of their recovery journey.
This is a very interesting, varied and rewarding role. The successful candidate would be expected to travel across our three main sites in Dorset (Weymouth, Gillingham and Wimborne) according to the requirements of the role.
An Employment Specialist needs to be positive, flexible, empathetic, proactive and will be enthusiastic towards challenges and be able to motivate others. Any knowledge of drugs, alcohol, working with ex-offenders, the benefits system or disadvantaged people would be an advantage.
Do you understand the importance of work and the vital role it can play in the lives of those with heath conditions or disabilities?
Do you take pride in what you do and can you think creatively about how different organisations can work together to deliver a better service?
Are you happy to talk with employers and help match people into meaningful work? If this sounds like you, then you might be ideal for our Employment Specialist roleAbout you
- We do not expect you to know everything about IPS as training and support will be given.
- We would like you to have experience talking to employers and helping people into work.
- We want great communication skills and the ability to build relationships with everyone from the frontline up to CEO level.
- Proven ability to build rapport with people and especially understanding issues for people affected by substance misuse or similar conditions.
- Boundless enthusiasm, excellent teamwork and the ability to work in a target driven environment.
- Strong written skills/verbal/ organisational skills.
Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to have a full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle, Mileage is paid!
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What can Humankind offer you?🏖️ Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service)
📅 Annual leave purchase scheme
💰 Enhanced occupational sick pay
% Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
👪 Death in service benefit
✍️ Free Will writing
👓 Eyecare vouchers
🛍️ Blue light card discount
💡 Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
🏠 Work-life balance- flexible working and family-friendly policies
🏃♀️ Happy, Healthy You! – our wellbeing offers for our workforce
🤝 Employee Assist Programme and Humankind Support Networks
Humankind is an equal opportunities employerIf you feel that you would fit with our values & ethos, are passionate about supporting people, but maybe don’t feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferrable skills. For the right people, we can provide development to help you to realise your potential.
We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit. If you require support with your application or would like to request a paper application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01325 731 160, alternatively you can email us at
people.recruitment@humankindcharity.org.uk
