Employment Specialist

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Employment Specialist to play a pivotal role in our Employment Service in Waltham Forest. Sounds great, what will I be doing? As an Employment Specialist, you will manage a caseload of clients with mental health conditions, building trusting relationships and providing personalised employment support aligned with IPS principles. You will help clients identify career goals, develop CVs, prepare for interviews, search for opportunities, and sustain employment through workplace coaching and reasonable adjustments. You will build strong employer relationships, identify suitable vacancies, and collaborate with community partners and clinical teams to provide coordinated support. You will also advise on employment-related matters, connect clients with relevant financial and welfare resources, maintain accurate records on NHS systems, and ensure all activity complies with safeguarding, data protection, equality, and service requirements. What do I need to bring with me? You''ll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don''t have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you''re willing to learn. We also value lived ..... full job details .....