Behavioral Health & Employment Integration
Work can be part of recovery. We help you find it, and keep it.
We offer specialized employment services for people with mental health conditions and substance use disorders, with recovery-oriented career planning that fits alongside treatment and support.
- Who it's for
- People with mental health conditions or substance use disorders who want to work
- Our approach
- Individual Placement and Support (IPS)
- How to start
- Contact us, or ask your provider to refer you
Who it helps
People in recovery
Adults who want work to be part of their recovery, at a pace and in a role that suits them.
Behavioral health providers
Clinicians and programs that want employment support coordinated with the care they already provide.
What support is available
Support follows your preferences and fits alongside your care.
1. Recovery-oriented career planning
Plan work goals that fit your recovery and the rest of your life.
2. Individual Placement and Support (IPS)
A research-based approach that starts the job search early and follows your preferences.
3. Coordination with your care team
With your permission, we coordinate with behavioral health providers and engage employers.
4. Help with barriers to work
We connect you to wraparound services for challenges such as housing, transportation, or trauma recovery.
Terms you may hear
Full glossary in Resources- IPS
- Individual Placement and Support. A research-based approach to supported employment for people with mental health conditions.
- CIE
- Competitive Integrated Employment. A job in a typical workplace, paid at least minimum wage and the same as coworkers, alongside people without disabilities.
How to get started
- Step 1
Reach out
Send a message or call us. You can contact us yourself, or a family member, school, or agency can contact us for you.
- Step 2
Talk with our team
We'll learn about your goals and situation, and explain which services and funding may apply.
- Step 3
Plan your next steps
Together we agree on a plan and who will support you, then get to work on it.