Location
Islington, North London. You will work across the borough with a hybrid approach to working. All reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£34,360 per annum

About the Role
You don’t need a cape to be a hero. Just the heart to help others rise. At Via, we believe recovery from substance misuse is about more than treatment; it’s about rebuilding lives. Our award-winning IPS Into Work team is dedicated to helping people find meaningful employment that supports their long-term wellbeing.

Employment can be a powerful part of someone’s recovery journey. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you’ll be a key part of that transformation—helping people rediscover purpose, confidence, and independence through work.

Every day is different, but your impact will be consistent. You’ll:
- Provide one-to-one, tailored employment support to people in recovery.
- Work closely with clinical teams, support workers, and community partners to ensure a joined-up approach.
- Build relationships with local employers to create inclusive job opportunities.

You don’t need to be an expert in recovery; full training will be provided.

We deliver IPS (Individual Placement and Support), a proven, evidence-based model that helps people with mental health and/or substance use challenges achieve their employment goals.

Clients have shared their experiences:
“I had been drifting and my confidence had sunk… IPS helped change my life.”
“I got the help I was looking for… I found work after 17 years of being unemployed.”

At Via, we offer a generous benefits package including 30 days annual leave for all new starters, health and wellbeing initiatives, financial perks, and development opportunities.

Experience
No prior experience in recovery work is required as full training will be provided. Experience working with people in recovery or employment support is advantageous but not essential.

About you
Compassionate, proactive, and an excellent communicator. You believe in people’s potential to grow and succeed through paid work and want to make a real difference in your community.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are required for this role. What matters most is your commitment to supporting others and your willingness to learn and grow within the role.