IPS Employment Specialist

Drug and Alcohol Employment SpecialistLocation: Islington, London - Community-Based RoleContract: Full-time, permanentSalary: £32,612 - £37,072 per annum - depending on skills and experienceAbout the Role Trigon Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a fantastic organisation for an experienced and passionate Drug and Alcohol Employment Advisor (IPS) to join their team in Islington. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals engaged with drug and alcohol treatment services to secure and sustain employment as part of their recovery journey. Working within the proven Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model, you will provide personalised employment support while collaborating closely with treatment professionals and local employers to achieve positive outcomes for clients.Please note: This is a community-based position, with the majority of your working week spent within local drug and alcohol treatment services across Islington.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a reduced caseload, delivering personalised employment support in line with the IPS model.Support clients to identify their employment goals, strengths, skills, and career aspirations.Develop individual employment action plans and provide practical job-search support.Assist with CV writing, interview preparation, job applications, and career development.Build and maintain relationships with local employers to identify suitable vacancies and promote inclusive ..... full job details .....