Employment Specialist

6 days ago


Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom Change Grow Live Full time
Job Title: Employment Specialist

Join Change Grow Live as an Employment Specialist and play a vital role in helping individuals secure paid work and achieve their employment goals.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Employment Specialist to join our team in Walsall. As an Employment Specialist, you will work closely with service users to identify their employment aspirations and develop tailored job search plans. You will also provide ongoing support and guidance to help them secure and maintain employment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage a caseload of service users and provide one-to-one support to help them achieve their employment goals.
  • Implement the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) methodology to provide employment support and training.
  • Engage with clients to identify their work skills, goals, and aspirations, and develop tailored job search plans.
  • Assist with job search, CV creation, applications, interviews, and career development, including targeted employer interactions.
  • Participate in weekly clinical team meetings to foster relationships and encourage client referrals to the IPS service.
  • Curate job opportunities through customized searches and employer liaison to secure both advertised and hidden job placements.
  • Offer ongoing support, effective monitoring, and guidance post-employment to ensure job sustainability.
Requirements:
  • Prior employment placement experience.
  • Training in the IPS approach.
  • Strong communication skills for effective relationship building.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Employability Services Sector Qualification or QCF in Advice & Guidance (Level 3).
  • Experience or understanding of working with individuals needing substance use support or similar client groups.
  • Familiarity with employment services addressing labour market exclusion.
  • Excellent motivational, communication, and attentive listening skills.
  • Outstanding interpersonal abilities with a knack for building rapport.
  • Non-judgmental, trustworthy, and empathetic approach.
What We Offer:
  • 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) increasing by 1 day per year for the first 5 years.
  • Paid 'Wellness' hour weekly.
  • 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme.
  • Contributory pension scheme.
  • Varied benefits incl. shopping, cinema, and holiday discounts.
  • Supportive team, training, career progression opportunities.
  • Competitive rates of pay, free eye tests, product discounts.
  • Generous refer a friend voucher scheme.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. If you are passionate about helping individuals achieve their employment goals and are looking for a rewarding career with Change Grow Live, we would love to hear from you.



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