Ips Employment Specialist

7 months ago


Aylesbury, United Kingdom Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team who have recently been awarded a national Quality Kite Mark. We are seeking three employment specialists to join the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Team in Buckinghamshire

We welcome people from a range of backgrounds and with a variety of experience. If you’re resilient, empathic and determined to open doors, challenge prejudice, and champion the skills and talents of individuals, a career in IPS could be for you.

These roles are for those who are passionate and proactive about supporting people who have experienced mental health challenges to live well in the community

You will be working to support people either to gain employment or retain their current employment as part of multi-disciplinary (MDT)team's within areas across Buckinghamshire

**This would include**:

- Community Mental Health Primary Care Teams covering Buckinghamshire including the High Wycombe area
- The Employment Specialist’s will join an IPS team working under the direction of an IPS team leader to deliver IPS as part of the holistic recovery plan for mental health service users in the community.

You will be required to manage a caseload of up to 20 people at any one time who have experienced mental health problems and who are waiting to either gain new employment or retain their current employment. The Employment Specialist is expected to deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) approach - for which training will be given.

**Working directly with all relevant stakeholders**: the service user, Oxford Health staff, partner agencies ,employers and people who have experienced mental health challenges themselves - you will support the service users on your caseload to gain and retain paid employment.

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”

**Our values are**: “Caring, safe and excellent”

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

The role of an Employment Specialist in Oxford Health is incredibly dynamic and diverse. One moment you’ll be working closely with IPS clients to set goals, refining their CVs, or practising interview techniques, the next, you’ll be out in the local community approaching potential employers and discussing roles and job flexibility.

We pride ourselves in being a supportive team within a great organisation

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To manage a caseload of up to 20 service users at any one time who are currently off work / unemployed, receiving mental health support and who wish to return to employment
- To provide Job Retention support to those service users currently under services who are at risk of losing their job through supporting with meetings and responses to Managers, Occupational Health Departments, HR departments
- Meet and exceed job outcome targets for service users
- Build relationships with clinical teams and take responsibility to regularly attend the weekly multi-disciplinary meetings (MDT) in order to discuss new referrals/ create new referrals and feedback progress of clients to the wider MDT Team.
- To attend Outpatient appointments with IPS clients to discuss and feedback their progress Attend to discuss how the IPS employment support can support clients back in to work.
- Build a multi-disciplinary approach to the return to work. For example, involve clinical staff (where relevant) in managing symptoms at work, medication reviews and supporting rehabilitation needs
- To prepare individuals for a return to work by supporting service users to understand their skills, aspirations and goals through vocational profiling and action planning.
- Focus on rapid job search with the service user, whilst utilising local support networks to help them overcome their barriers to employment.
- Source job opportunities for service users through tailored job search and regular contact with employers.
- Spend time getting to know local employers, in order to negot



  • Aylesbury, United Kingdom Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team who have recently been awarded a national Quality Kite Mark. We are seeking three employment specialists to join the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Team in Buckinghamshire We welcome people from a range of backgrounds and with a variety of experience - you don’t need any specific...

  • Ips Lead

    7 months ago


    Aylesbury, United Kingdom Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust - Inclusion Services Full time

    Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction? Do you possess a drive to empower individuals through employment support? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our innovative new employment advice service at One Recovery Bucks. This role is part of an innovative...

  • Ips Lead

    7 months ago


    Aylesbury, United Kingdom Inclusion Full time

    To cover for employment specialist staff during times of leave. To complete Audits in line with IPS Fidelity Reviews and as designated by OHID and IPS Grow. Have experience of delivering IPS or Supported Employment Services/Operational experience in quality assurance within a similar sector. To manage a small non-clinical caseload of between 5-10 service...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Job Description:Aerospace technology specialist sought by Expert Employment to work on cutting-edge defence projects. Estimated salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year.About the Role:As an aerospace technology specialist, you will design, develop, and analyze aircraft systems and components, utilizing your expertise in aeronautical...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Systems Integration Specialist JobExpert Employment is seeking a highly skilled Principal Systems Integration Specialist to support our current engine development program.About the RoleThis position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in complex product development within the aerospace industry.A Master's degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical,...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    We are looking for an experienced Cleanroom Production Specialist to join our team at Expert Employment. As a Cleanroom Production Specialist, you will be responsible for the assembly and testing of aerospace devices in a Class 8 clean room environment.Key Responsibilities:Precision assembly and testing of aerospace devices.Use of high pressure gases and...


  • Aylesbury, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced High Voltage Equipment Specialist to join our team at Expert Employment. In this role, you will be responsible for installing and servicing equipment, diagnosing faults, and completing repairs.Responsibilities:Installing and servicing high voltage equipmentDiagnosing faults and completing repairsMonitoring processes...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Mechanical Fitter - Space Propulsion Job DescriptionExpert Employment is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our team as a Propulsion Test Specialist.About the Role:This is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile space propulsion testing projects, collaborating with Test Engineers to ensure seamless execution.The successful candidate will...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Total Employment Full time

    Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you can make a real impact in your community?As a Parcel Delivery Specialist with Total Employment, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.Your key responsibilities will include:Delivering parcels and letters to customersSorting mail and...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    **Job Description:**We are seeking an exceptional Propulsion Systems Specialist to join our team at Expert Employment.**Estimated Salary:** £35,000 - £45,000 per annum.The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in electrical engineering and propulsion systems. Key responsibilities include installing instrumentation on propulsion systems, setting up...

  • Career Coach

    3 weeks ago


    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Ad Warrior Ltd Full time

    Job OverviewWe are The Forward Trust, a social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often-interlinked cycles of crime and addiction. Our goal is to inspire learners to progress into rewarding and fulfilling careers.As a Career Coach - Employment Specialist, you will be working with prison learners to undertake inductions,...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Job Description:">We are seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team at Expert Employment. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with customer requirements from bid, pre-sales, and post-sales stages.Key Responsibilities:Reviewing customer requirements and generating compliance statements.Monitoring hardware throughout the business to...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Expert Employment is looking for a skilled Engineering Assurance Specialist to ensure the highest quality standards in the design, manufacturing, and testing of rocket engines and thrusters.About the Role:Analyse customer requirements and prepare compliance documentation during the bidding and contracting stages.Develop and maintain documentation required...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Expert Employment: Rocket Engine Development SpecialistSalary: $150,000 - $220,000 per annum**Job Overview:**Our client supplies chemical propulsion rocket engines and thrusters for key spacecraft manufacturers in commercial, defense, and scientific applications.**Job Description:**You will own the overall engine system architecture, analysis, and...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Aerospace Thruster Specialist to join our team at Expert Employment. This role involves working within a Test department of a space thruster test facility on Hot Fire Testing programmes.Key ResponsibilitiesSite preparation and maintenanceFuel and oxidiser handlingPressure systemsInstrumentationControl systemsSpace...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Test Operations Specialist to join our team at Expert Employment. The primary responsibility of this role is to support the Hot Fire Test teams across all engine test cells.The successful candidate will be responsible for site maintenance, upkeep, and preparation activities before and after hot fire testing, as well as...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Expert Employment is seeking a highly skilled Propulsion Test Technician Specialist to support Hot Fire Space Propulsion Testing programmes. The successful candidate will work closely with Test Engineers on site preparation, propellant handling, and pressure control systems checks.The estimated salary for this role is £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Manufacturing Technician Precision EngineeringWe are seeking a skilled Precision Mechanical Assembly Specialist to join our precision aerospace production team at Expert Employment. This is an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Technician with a background in precision engineering and a passion for working in a cleanroom environment.As a Precision...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    2 weeks ago


    Aylesbury, United Kingdom LHH Recruitment Solutions Full time

    Senior Commercial Legal Counsel opportunity based in the Buckinghamshire region (easily commutable from parts of Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire and greater London areas) with hybrid working (50% remote/50% office based) arrangements on offer. **The Role** New Senior level Legal Counsel opportunity for a commercial counsel to join an existing In-House legal...


  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Expert Employment Full time

    Expert Employment is seeking a highly skilled Space Thruster Test Engineer Specialist to join its team in a busy space thruster test facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of space thruster theory, particularly in the ground testing of thrusters for liquid propellant and high-pressure gas feed systems.The salary range for this...