Lift 

The aim of this project is to strengthen current hub service offerings by implementing and evaluating the evidence-based “Individual Placement and Support” (IPS) model, which provides youth with mental health challenges with personalized and optimized opportunities for employment, education and training. In this model, the employment specialist is integrated into the mental health services team and works to help youth find, secure and keep meaningful employment. Low- or no-service barriers, competitive employment, meaningful job search and individualized support are a few of the key principles that make IPS successful among youth. The goal of this project is to ensure the sustainability of IPS as an evidence-based, core program service offering across Canada. As part of Lift, the program has been implemented in 12 integrated youth hubs across Canada. Learn more about the project through this summary.