Action Employment Services (AES) uses the Individual Placement and Supports (IPS) model to help individuals with barriers to employment find and keep jobs.

Work aids recovery by building confidence, friendships, and income. AES helps clients find part-time or full-time jobs, using IPS for an individualized approach to assess each participant’s skills, strengths, interests, and preferences. We offer career planning, education support, job coaching, transportation, and employer consultation. AES also provides benefits counseling to manage SSI, SSDI, and healthcare while working.

IPS CORE PRINCIPLES
  • Zero Exclusion: We serve clients regardless of symptoms, substance use or criminal background.
  • Service is integrated with your other treatment providers.
  • All jobs are competitive.
  • Personalized benefits counseling with certified benefits planners.
  • Rapid job search.
  • Client preference is our focus.
  • Job development is based on jobs the client wants.
  • Time-unlimited follow-along supports.
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How do I receive services?

If you’re currently receiving services from ISK, ask your therapist or case manager for a referral. Otherwise, please contact our Access Center at 269-373-6000 . The staff at the Access Center will complete an assessment to determine what services you qualify for and connect you to those services.

If you have questions or would like more detailed information about the program, contact us at 269-553-7096. Our team is here to help if your primary contact or access coordinator can’t provide the answers you need.

Cost of services

Fees are based upon our Sliding Fee Discount Program or your health insurance coverage.  While no one is denied services based on their financial situation, there may be a waiting list in place to receive non-Medicaid covered services.