Individual Placement and Support

Finding jobs to aid people’s recovery

The Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Team help to find meaningful jobs for people that we support, that suit their skills, abilities and experience.

Did you know that the right employment can improve someone’s well-being?
Being in a job can:

Build your confidence and skills
Increase your social network
Improve your financial situation
Provide more structure in your life, and a sense of purpose

Our Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Team is here to help people find and keep jobs.

What is Individual Placement and Support (IPS) ?

IPS is a person-focused employment support model that helps those engaging in drug and alcohol treatments to get into competitive sustainable employment.

IPS Employment Specialists work alongside your recovery worker and clinical teams to support you in finding employment of your choice.

Employment support at County Durham Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services can offer you:

Comprehensive assessment of your employment needs
Disclosure advice
Job searches
CV writing and updates
Interview preparation
Continued support once in employment.
Appointments in the community
DWP benefits advice.
Targeted employer engagement

IPS is open to all people engaging with County Durham Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services.

To find out more about IPS, please speak to your Recovery Worker or contact the IPS Team direct. You can email them at IPSDurham@humankindcharity.org.uk