IPS Employment Specialist - Flexible Hours, Youth Focus

Volunteers of America; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Alaska seeks an IPS Employment Specialist to support transition-age youth (18–24) with Severe Mental Illness in pursuing employment. The role concentrates on individualized futures planning, IPS/TIP practice, and connecting clients to training and jobs in the community.

Full-time position, requiring strong communication, motivation interviewing skills, and ability to collaborate with DVR counselors and VOA teams. Travel to community settings and job sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Education in human services or related field preferred.
• Experience with Severe Mental Illness and youth services advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication required.

Responsibilities

• Engage transition-age youth (18–24) with SMI to support employment goals.
• Implement IPS and TIP practices; connect clients to competitive employment and training.
• Conduct employer outreach and develop individualized employment plans.
• Collaborate with DVR and VOA Housing teams to coordinate services.

Skills

Youth employment services

Motivational interviewing

Communication skills

Team player

Willingness to travel

Education

Human Services background

Job description

Volunteers of America Alaska seeks an IPS Employment Specialist to support transition-age youth (18–24) with Severe Mental Illness in pursuing employment. The role concentrates on individualized futures planning, IPS/TIP practice, and connecting clients to training and jobs in the community.

Full-time position, requiring strong communication, motivation interviewing skills, and ability to collaborate with DVR counselors and VOA teams. Travel to community settings and job sites is expected.