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 an Employment Specialist to play a pivotal role in our Employment Service in Redbridge. Sounds great, what will I be doing? As an Employment Specialist, you will support people experiencing mental health challenges to find and sustain meaningful employment using the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) approach. Working closely with clinical teams, employers and community partners, you''ll provide person-centred employment support, build relationships with local employers, and help individuals achieve their career goals while offering ongoing support to ensure long-term success in work. 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 experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. We''re looking for someone with excellent communication and relationship-building skills, who is passionate about helping people achieve positive employment outcomes. You''ll be organised, proactive and able to manage a varied caseload, ..... full job details .....