Individual Placement and Support Services is a rapid job search employment service to help people with mental illness find a lasting and competitive job placement that is the right fit for them. This service centers the needs of the employee, and does not measure readiness, diagnosis, current symptoms, their history of substance abuse, hospitalizations, or involvement in the legal system. The goal of IPS is to partner with the employee to meet their preferences and choices, and if desired, identify specialized training or education opportunities that may enhance their chosen career path. This service also collaborates with mental health teams to create a plan for ongoing support.