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CNRFC Pre-Separation Counseling Brief DD-2648...CNRFC Pre-Separation Counseling Brief DD-2648...
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CNRFC Pre-Separation Counseling Brief DD-2648 Presented by: NCC Sylvester Sullivan Career Counselor, CNRFC, VA
Transcript of CNRFC Pre-Separation Counseling Brief DD-2648...CNRFC Pre-Separation Counseling Brief DD-2648...
CNRFC Pre-Separation
Counseling Brief
DD-2648
Presented by: NCC Sylvester Sullivan Career Counselor, CNRFC, VA
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The team here at CNRFC thanks you for your service and the sacrifices You and your family will endure. There is no amount of repayment worthy of the contributions you have voluntarily made on our behalf. Throughout this session, you will be introduced to resources, tools, and a network of professional available to help you prepare for the journey back to civilian life upon your demobilization here the near future. The key to a successful transition rests with your strategic planning for the journey ahead.
TO Receive Credit for this Training:
Block 1: Last name Block 2: First name Block 3: DOD ID# Block 4: Civilian Email Address Block 5: Civilian/Cell Phone Number Block 6: Anticipated Separation Date
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•What Is Stress? Stress is not an attitude, trait or even a personal characteristic. It is a physical response to a situation that, if ignored, can lead to conflict, mental and physical exhaustion or even serious illness. Coming and Leaving the Military Challenges Your Identity •Resources to Help Deal with Stress
Counseling Support Branch Chaplain Hospital – Mental Health VA VET Center MilitaryOneSource Fleet and Family Support
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The purpose of this section is to help you and your spouse develop an awareness of the possible effects of career changes. Your military career has had challenges and rewards, and you should be proud of your accomplishments. Now you are ready for a new career and will face new challenges as a civilian. Stress is not an attitude, trait or personal characteristic. It is a physical response to situations that, if ignored, can lead to conflict, mental and physical exhaustion or even serious illness. As you transition to civilian life, you should identify your own indications of stress and implement coping techniques that work best for you. Stress indicators can include the following symptoms: fatigue, headaches, trouble sleeping or sleeping too much, stomach problems, feeling nervous and a desire to be alone. If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, you may want to seek assistance. There are numerous resources to assist you, and your family members, during your transition- and we’ll be going over many of them in this session. Career change can be stressful. Separating from the military can seem like losing a part of your identity. As a Service member, you worked to achieve your current rank or grade, however, upon leaving the Armed Forces, you leave this rank or grade behind. There is nothing comparable in the civilian world, and many outside the military will not understand your experience. Transition can be stressful, but it opens up a whole range of new possibilities. If you approach your transition as an opportunity for personal and professional growth, you have already taken a giant step toward reframing your identity. Now is a good time to begin to think about the changes that lie ahead and plan for dealing with stress or apprehension. It may be helpful to write down the anticipated examples for you on your ITP. There are many professionals available for you to speak with, and many agencies exist to help you with your transition and stress you may experience. Some of the professionals and agencies on military instillations are: The Chaplain Medical Clinic professionals Behavioral Health Clinic Education Office (for assessment and college credit information) Military and Family Support Center (Army Community Service Center, Airman and Family Readiness Center, Fleet and Family Services) Army- Soldier For Life: Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) Centers Navy- Fleet and Family Support Center Air Force- Airman and Family Readiness Center Marine Corps- Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) Coast Guard- Health, Safety and WorkLife Services Center (HSWLSC) These centers have professional staff, programs and services to assist you and your family members in seeking employment, counseling, job listings, career workshops, resume writing, reference libraries, training, and job search assistance. Keep in mind that your family members are also transitioning into a new life, and you will go through this together. They can be a source of comfort and encouragement during this time. There are agencies outside the installation that can help too. They include: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) VA Vet Centers o For more information go to: www.vetcenter.gov. Congress established the provision for readjustment counseling through VA Vet Centers as a resource available to you and your family after separating from the military. Be aware, VA Vet Centers are not the same as VA Medical Centers, which are staffed with professionals experienced and trained in providing mental health and readjustment counseling to Veterans. Military OneSource© is an established resource that provides a broad range of services, support, and information at the installation or in the community. Masters-level Counselors can help provide information and referrals on topics, such as:
eBenefits is a joint VA/DoD web portal that provides resources and self-service capabilities to Veterans, Service members, and their families to research, access and manage their VA and military benefits and personal information.
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When you return you will have the Option to go to
TGPS
TGPS is mandatory for anyone that does not have a job to return to or a school they are about to attend
If you have a job you are returning to, or school that you are attending then you will attend a Veterans Affairs Brief I/II and complete an ITP, Gap Analysis, Financial Plan (electronic version is acceptable)
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- This workshop provides information on various job search techniques, labor market information, resume and interview skills, and much more. It will also help with individual transition planning, employment assistance, small business information, priority of service for veterans in DOL programs, and many other services. - Please contact your unit transition counselor for more information regarding enrollment.
Used to verify military experience and training Created from records on file Translates military to civilian terminology http://www.dmdc.osd.mil/vmet
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- It’s a smart move to download your VMET as soon as you have decided to leave the eService. Although the VMET is not an official transcript, the document can assist you by verifying the type of military experience and training you received to potential employers. It will also help as you write resumes, interview for jobs, negotiate credits at schools and obtain licenses and certificates. - Additionally, the VMET can be useful in discussing civilian occupations related to your military service. VMET helps you translate military terminology and training into civilian terms, and establishes your capabilities with prospective employers. It can also be beneficial if you apply to a college or vocational institute.
• O*NET is primary source of occupational information
www.onetcenter.org • Go to crosswalk
www.mynextmove.org for potential occupations
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- The ONET program was developed under the sponsorship of the DOL Employment and Training Administration. It is the nation's primary source of occupational information. . - The ONET database contains information on hundreds of different occupations, describes job functions, what tools are used in specific jobs, the knowledge, skill and abilities required for the position and the type of training and education required. - ONET also contains Career Exploration Tools and a set of valuable assessment instruments for veterans and students looking to find or change careers. These tools include an ability, interest and work importance profiler. In addition, it helps with identifying industry standard keywords you can use when writing your resume. ONET has a section entitled mynextmove.org. This site is useful for researching potential occupations. If you go to this site you can browse careers by rate or designator, search by keywords and even find a career you never imagined. For more information, visit the websites shown on the slide. - This database is available to you at no cost and is continually updated.
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Many military occupations require license or certification to perform the same job in the civilian world.
Difference between Licensure and Certification
GI Bill can be utilized to pay for exam fees and apprentice training www.gibill.va.gov
www.careeronestop.org/credentialing/credentialinghome.asp
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- Credentialing is the “umbrella term” for licenses and certifications. Some federal, state or local laws may require specific credentials to legally perform certain jobs. Employers also may choose to hire only employees who have specific credentials, or offer to pay those employees more. Having those credentials may improve your prospects for promotion. Credentialed service members demonstrate to prospective civilian employers that their skills are on par with their civilian peers. - Governmental agencies (federal, state or local) grant licenses to individuals to practice a specific occupation, such as a medical license for doctors. State or federal laws or regulations define the standards that individuals must meet to become licensed. For these types of professions, licenses are typically mandatory. - Certifications are different. Non-governmental agencies, associations, and even private sector companies may grant certificates to individuals who meet predetermined qualification. Certification is typically an optional credential; although some state licensure boards and some employers may require certification. For many occupations, more than one organization may offer certifications. - Be aware that licenses and certifications can be expensive. You may be able to use your GI Bill to help with the cost of credentialing. The VA’s website includes information on eligibility for these benefit programs, as well as documents and forms will with aid veterans, family members and school officials. - Many veterans leave the military with a lot of skills and experience qualifying them for comparable civilian occupations, sometimes with little or no additional training. Check with your particular occupation’s professional organization to learn about their credentialing requisites. You’ll have a clear advantage by having your licenses and certifications in order when applying for jobs. - The DOL’s Career OneStop website will help you explore credentialing requirements for various career opportunities. This section of the website has information on licenses, certificates, apprenticeships and other resources. For more information, refer to the website on the slide in front of you.
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Apprenticeship programs
Recognized by DOL
Open to All and no more 1 Year requirement
https://usmap.cnet.navy.mil
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USMAP is a program for service members who are serving in the Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Navy that allows you to have the opportunity to complete different civilian apprenticeship elements required under civilian apprenticeship programs. This program is a valuable tool allowing you to use current experience while gaining ground on requirements for civilian apprenticeship programs. Recipients receive a nationally recognized certificate acknowledge and accepted by many companies and organizations throughout the US. Participation in the USMAP does not require you to make any off duty investment of hours. The apprenticeship program is a structured, formal training program. To apply, you need to send and application to USMAP. Once your application has been processed, you will receive instructional materials on how to record your hours toward completion of the program.
Identify credentials related to military occupations
Civilian credentialing requirements
https://www.cool.navy.mil
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The Credentialing Opportunities Online web site is designed for Navy personnel. It explains how you can meet civilian certification and license requirements related to your rating, job, designator, and occupation. You can use Navy COOL to: Get background information about civilian licensure and certification Identify licenses and certifications relevant to your military rating Learn how to fill gaps between military training and experience and civilian credentialing requirements Learn about resources available to you to help gain civilian job credentials For more information, go to: www.cool.navy.mil.
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DANTES sponsors a wide range of examination programs to assist service members in meeting their educational goals. They include:
Credit-By-Exam - CLEP, DSST Entrance Tests - ACT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, SAT Other - GED, Praxis Check with local Education Office to verify availability
of services www.dantes.doded.mil
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- DANTES has traditional and non-traditional education opportunities, and you can see a few examples of these on the slide. DANTES is the home of the College Level Examination Program, also known as CLEP and the Service Member Opportunity College or SOC. CLEP provides students of any age with the opportunity to demonstrate college-level achievement through a program of exams in undergraduate college courses. There are 2,900 colleges that grant credit and/or advanced standing for CLEP exams. By taking one or more CLEP exams, students can get college credit for what they already know saving tuition dollars and time while also satisfying a proficiency requirement. - SOC was created in 1972 to provide educational opportunities to Service members, who, because they frequently moved from place to place, had trouble completing college degrees. Today SOC is a consortium of more than 1800 colleges and universities that provides educational opportunities for Service members and their families. - Interested military students must first enroll into an associate, bachelor or graduate level degree program at a participating college. These degree programs are accessible at installations worldwide. Within each curriculum or degree network, member colleges agree to accept each other’s credits in transfer. They can take courses via “distance learning” methods using the Internet, correspondence, computer or video. - The last item I want to discuss is the DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSSTs) program. This is an extensive series of examinations in college subjects that are comparable to the final or end-of-course examination in undergraduate courses. The American Council on Education, or ACE, recommends 3 semester hours of credit per test. DANTES funds DSST testing for eligible Service members and personnel at DANTES military test centers.
Discover a host of online resources, including: VA benefits Financial planning assistance Assessing and documenting their skills for transition to civilian
life Access the Veterans Employment Center (VEC) website:
www.vets.gov
Translates military skills and experience Job search tools and databases Resources for money management, education and training,
health care and more www.fedshirevets.gov
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The DoD TAP web portal is a comprehensive resource with the capabilities to support separation and retirement-related issues. It provides information to ensure Service members and their spouses are prepared for the next step in civilian life, whether pursuing additional education, finding a job in the public or private sector, or starting their own business. From the DoD TAP web portal, Service members and military spouses can: •Learn about the Transition GPS core curriculum •Determine how and where to prepare for their transition to civilian life •Discover a host of online resources, including: VA benefits Financial planning assistance Assessing and documenting their skills for transition to civilian life •Access the Veterans Employment Center (VEC) website: www.vets.gov.
Transferability of education benefits is a retention incentive. In order to transfer educational benefits to a family member, military members must make an irrevocable election to convert from their existing educational program (such as Montgomery GI Bill) to the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
Once retired or separated, members are no longer eligible to transfer their educational benefits.
To make the proper PG13, Please see one of the Career Counselors at ECRC prior to you departing the area – Make sure to take a signed copy with you and retain for your records
Every state has a job board for their state Employers can search for applicants Applicants can search for positions www.careeronestop.org/jobsearch/cos_jobsites.aspx
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Each state has a state job board. These job boards, which are typically electronic have job postings and are found on the specific state website. Employers can search for job applicants using their state site and you can post your information, such as a job experience profile and/or resume, directly on most state job board sites. To find your state job board visit the Career OneStop website.
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Wounded and Injured service members and their family’s
DOL REALifelines Advisors 1-866-487-2365
One-on-One Employment Assistance
Online Resources for all veterans
www.dol.gov/vets/REALifelines
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Developed by DOL’s Veteran’s Employment and Training Service (VETS), the REALifelines Advisor provides valuable information an access to contact information for one-on-one employment assistance and online resources to assist wounded and injured transitioning service members and veterans in their reintegration into the civilian workforce. Although the site was primarily intended for use by wounded and injured transitioning service members, it is available to all veterans.
Non-profit, public, and community organizations Register for PACS www.nationalservice.gov www.serve.gov
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- While planning for your transition options, consider non-profit, public and community service organizations such as schools, hospitals, law enforcement agencies, social service agencies and many more for employment opportunities. - There are as many reasons to serve as there are people who serve--from solving problems in your community to sharing your skills to serving your country. If you are interested in continuing to serve America, you are encouraged to explore public or community service options. More information can be obtained from the website in front of you.
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Teacher and Teacher’s Aide Opportunities
Eligibility and Qualifications
Financial Assistance Available - Stipend/Bonus
Hire In Advance Program www.proudtoserveagain.com www.dantes.doded.mil/
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- Troops to Teaches offers military personnel, either active or reserve, assistance in pursuing a new career in public education as teachers. Pending appropriations, qualified personnel may be eligible for a stipend to help pay for the cost of a teacher certification program or receive a bonus to teach in “high needs” school districts. - If you are interested in teaching at a vocational or technical school, then you will need to have a minimum of one year of college (or the equivalent) with six years of experience in a vocational or technical field. This is also required if you are interested in instructing at the secondary level. - Financial assistance is available to certain military personnel. Troops to Teachers also have a “Hire in Advance Program” for eligible service members up to three years before they retire or separate from active duty.
There are three main ways to acquire a federal position: - Merit promotion, - Special Hiring Authorities, and - Competitive Appointment Veterans have access to Merit Promotion positions
through Veterans’ Employment and Opportunities Act of 1988 (VEOA).
Can apply to a merit promotion announcement that is open to candidates outside the agency, but not open to the general public like a competitive appointment.
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To be eligible you must have separated under honorable conditions and be a preference eligible or veteran separated after substantially completing 3 years of continuous active duty service (veterans released in close proximity to the 3 year tour are considered eligible).
Go to www.fedshirevets.gov/ for on-line assistance and a person to contact.
In order to receive preference for a federal job, must have been discharged/released from active duty under honorable conditions with honorable or general discharge. A "point system" is used to determine Veterans' hiring preference:
You are five point preference eligible if your active duty Service
meets any of the following: ◦ For more than 180 consecutive days, any part of which
occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on a future prescribed date, the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom
◦ During other previous wars
You are a 10 point preference eligible if you Served at any time, and you: ◦ Have a service connected disability, - OR - ◦ Received a Purple Heart.
When claiming a 10 point preference, you will need to submit a Standard Form SF-15 from the OPM website: www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf
You must provide acceptable documentation of your preference or appointment eligibility. A copy of your DD Form 214, showing dates of Service and discharge under honorable conditions, is acceptable documentation.
If you are not sure of your preference eligibility, visit the DOL Veterans' Preference Advisor at: https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vetspref.htm .
For more information, visit the OPM site at: www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.
There are several ways to get a federal job. One way is by utilizing a Special Appointing Authority for Veterans. As an example, if agency has two candidates qualified for a position, the
agency can simply appoint the eligible Veteran (using a special hiring authority) to the position for which the Veteran is qualified.
Honorable or General discharge required. Two authorities:
To be eligible for Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA), veterans may be appointed to any position they are qualified, up to GS-11. If they have 2 years of satisfactory employment, the veteran is then converted to a career-conditional job.
If you are 30% or more disabled, you may be given a temporary or term position for which you are qualified. Unlike VRA however, there is no grade limitation. If you then have a satisfactory performance, you may be converted at any time to a career-conditional appointment. More info visit: www.fedshirevets.gov.
Official job site of the federal government
OPM website
One-stop source for federal jobs
www.usajobs.gov
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USAJOBS is the official job side of the United States Federal Government. It serves as the Office of Personnel Management website. With this website you can search for federal jobs, verify if you qualify for veteran preference points and other federal benefit programs. It also included helpful information on how to submit an application packet.
DOD job website
Careers in national defense
Entry level to executive level
www.godefense.com
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- If you are interested in a career in national defense, this website will be very helpful. - It includes employment from entry level to executive positions as well as non-appropriated fund jobs. In addition, this website has links to DOD agency websites.
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Maximizing participation
Eligible small businesses
Veteran advantages
www.sam.gov and www.fbo.gov
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- In 1999 the Small Business Development Act set an annual government wide goal that for each fiscal year, three percent of all prime contract/subcontract awards should be given to small business owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans. This automatically gives you an advantage over other small businesses when competing for government contracts. - In addition, there is an Executive Order which requires federal procurement officials and prime contractors to provide small businesses owned and controlled by veterans or service disabled veterans with the maximum possible opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts awarded by any federal agency, including subcontracts. - To find competitive procurement announcements visit www.fbo.gov. Before award of a contract the veteran-owned company must be registered in the System for Award Management at www.sam.gov.
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Congressionally mandated
Reinforcement of assistance to Veterans
Referral Contact Information
www.veteranscorp.org www.buzgate.org/8.0/al/fh.html?cb=vetcorp
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- The National Veteran’s Business Development Corporation is a congressionally mandated program which started in 2001 to achieve compliance with the three percent goal of procurement for disabled veterans. - For more information on this corporation, refer to the websites provided.
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‣ Small Business Administration ‣ Services
‣ Veteran Advantages
‣ Patriot Express Loan
‣ Eligibility
‣ Amounts
www.sba.gov
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- The SBA provides specific programs for veterans, service-disabled veterans, and reserve and National Guard members, and they offer a full range of entrepreneurial support programs to every American, including Veterans. - There are several financial assistance and loan programs through the SBA. The most popular program for military personnel is the Patriot Express Loan. - The Patriot Express Loan is designed to support and assist those in the military community wanting to establish or expand their small businesses. This loan is offered by SBA’s network of participating lenders nationwide and features a fast turnaround time for loan approvals by streamlining documentation and processing. Loans are available to businesses where the veteran is at least 51% owner. The loan amount is up to $500,000. For loans above $350,000, lenders are required to take all available collateral. - The Patriot Express Loan can be used for most business purposes, including start-up, expansion, equipment purchases, working capital, inventory or business-occupied real estate purchases.
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‣ One-Time Preference
‣ Must be Involuntary Separation or VSI/SSB
http://www.cpms.osd.mil/nafppo/about_nafppo.aspx
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- Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) jobs are found on military installations, as well as at Departments of Transportation and Veterans Affairs activities. NAF positions are filled by employees who work in trades, crafts, or manual labor, they can be skilled, semi-skilled, or unskilled, and may even be foremen or supervisors. How do you determine if you are eligible for the hiring preference? By being one of the following: involuntarily separated under honorable conditions you are separating with SSB or are separating with VSI Keep in mind that this is a one-time preference for you and your family members for NAF position you, or they, are qualified to perform.
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Priority for Job referral, testing and counseling
Local Veteran Employment Representative
Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialist
www.servicelocator.org
www.careeronestop.org
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- The state employment agencies and one-stop career centers have Veteran Employment Representatives specifically there to assist you in a wide-range of employment issues. The Disabled Veteran Outreach Program exclusively serves veterans. Their main focus is on veterans who have barriers to employment and are in need of intensive services. There are also Local Veterans’ Employment Representatives who also only work with veterans. They provide employment, training, and placement services directly to veterans. - Once stop career centers were established under a program called the Workforce Investment Act. The centers offer employment-related services where you can visit a center in person or, in most states, connect to the center’s information through the internet. - Some of the reasons for visiting a One-stop are that it connects you to employment, education, and training services provided through local, state, and federal programs. These centers are a statewide network and offer a variety of services.
Provides training and education WIA services and information are available through
the local One-stop Career Centers
www.doleta.gov/usworkforce/wia/act.cfm
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Local boards determine the areas needed for training and employment. Customers who take advantage of WIA choose the training programs that best benefit their personal situation and control their own career development by accessing core employment services. Core services are available to all adults with no eligibility requirements. Intensive services are available for unemployed individuals who are not able to find jobs through core services alone. WIA services and information are available through the One-stop Career Centers.
Veteran and eligible spouses are given priority over others for any DoL funded programs
www.doleta.gov/programs/VETS/
www.servicelocator.org
“Priority Of Service”
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Priority of service means that you, as a veteran and eligible spouses are given priority over other non-covered (or ineligible) persons for any DOL funded program. That means any employment, training and placement services available through the DOL. Should you go to a OneStop office, you would go to the head of the line. If the resources are limited, lack of training dollars for instance, you would receive access to those services instead of other applicants. The workforce system and other DOL programs must enable veterans and eligible spouses to identify themselves at the point of entry to the system or program, and must be given the opportunity to take full advantage of the priority.
If you haven’t already, you will have a separate
USERRA brief
www.dol.gov/vets/programs/userra/ www.esgr.org/site/
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If you haven’t already, you will have a separate TRICARE brief
Something to note: Continued Health Care Benefit Program ◦ Registration timeline – 60 days ◦ $ Individual $ family
www.humana-military.com
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The Federal Aid program includes grants, loans and work-study programs.
Upward Bound
www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov www2.ed.gov/programs/triovub/index.html
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The Federal Aid program (authorized under the Higher Education Act) includes grants, loans and work-study programs. These federally funded loan programs partner up with postsecondary schools and financial institutions to help provide money for college to eligible students and families. It is important to note that Veterans’ educational benefits can still be used in conjunction with Federal Student Aid. Additionally, there is a Veterans Upward Bound Program available to help you refresh your academic skills so you can successfully complete your college program.
Finances TSP: https://www.tsp.gov Separation Pay: Contact your servicing PSD Unemployment Compensation: Mbr State Employment Division General Money Management: (budgeting, debt reduction) Personal Savings and Investing
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- Seek Financial Counseling - Military One Source: Financial counseling is available at no cost to active duty, Guard, and Reserve members (regardless of activation status), and families located in the continental United States - Call Military OneSource at 800-342-9647 and ask for it. You must go through Military OneSource in order to access the sessions at no cost.
Unemployment Compensation You may qualify for Unemployment Compensation for Ex-Service Members (UCX) when you separate or retire. ‣ Different states have different requirements for eligibility. ‣ The state workforce agency will determine your eligibility
and makes a determination on your claim. ‣ Due to NDAA 16, those using Post 9/11 GI Bill are no
longer able to draw unemployment compensation at the same time.
‣ If you are interested in learning more about unemployment compensation, you can also visit: www.servicelocator.org/. This website has links to each state where you can locate your specific UCX information.
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Disabled Transition Assistance Program (DTAP)
https://www.disability.gov/resource/department-of-veterans-affairs-va-disabled-transition-assistance-program-dtap/ Separating with military health issues
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Employment Support for People with Disabilities Information on the Social Security Administration's Office of Employment Support Programs (OSEP), which promotes the employment of Social Security beneficiaries with disabilities. Visit Employment Support for People with Disabilities ... What We Mean by Disability Information on Social Security's definition of disability. Visit What We Mean by Disability... Social Security Administration's (SSA) Medical Evidence Requirements Information about the kinds of medical evidence needed to support an application for disability benefits, including what the SSA means by "acceptable medical sources." Visit Social Security Administration's (SSA) Medical Evidence... Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool (BEST) This tool screens for eligibility for Medicare, Social Security Disability, Social Security Retirement, Social Security Survivors, Special Veterans and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Visit Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool (BEST)... Disability Benefit Application Applying online for Social Security Administration (SSA) disability benefits offers several advantages - you can start your disability claim immediately and there is no need to wait for any appointment. Visit... Prescription Drug Assistance Programs The American Cancer Society’s (ACS) site helps patients find ways to get the prescription drugs they need at an affordable price. ACS gives step-by-step advice on how to find the... How Much Work Time Is Needed to Qualify for Disability Benefits Social Security's online Disability Planner takes you step-by-step in learning how to qualify and apply for benefits. Find out about the number of credits needed based on the age when... Family Disability Benefits When you start receiving Social Security disability benefits certain members of your family may also qualify for benefits on your record. Benefits may be paid to a spouse, divorced spouse, your children and... How to Appeal a Decision on Your Social Security Disability Claim Online This is the starting point to request a review of SSA's medical decision about your eligibility for disability benefits. There are two parts to this Internet Appeal process: (1) an... Benefits for Children with Disabilities Booklet for parents of caregivers of children with disabilities, or adults who have had disabilities since childhood. Describes the Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits for a child with... Child Disability Benefit Starter Kit The disability starter kit will help you prepare for the disability interview or online application. Visit Child Disability Benefit Starter Kit... How Children with Disabilities Qualify for eterans-affairs-va-disabled-transition-assistance-program-dtap/
Servicemember's Civil Relief Act
If you haven’t already, you will have a separate SSCRA brief
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State Veterans Benefits
***Contact your local State rep for more info.***
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If you haven’t already, you will have a separate LEGAL brief
Will preparation, powers of attorney, review of most contracts, debit/credit problems, landlord/tenant issues, family law, tax law and estate planning.
Referral information
www.legalassistance.law.af.mil
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Take advantage of the free Legal Services offered by your base legal assistance prior to separation from the service. You can get contracts reviewed, update your will and trust, obtain powers of attorney or other legal services at no cost. Contact your base legal office for assistance.
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Mandatory briefing requirement ◦ Personal Lifetime Ban ◦ Official Responsibility 2 Year Ban ◦ Trade or Treaty One Year Ban
Referral information
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- You may work in awarding or servicing military contracts with civilian contractors during your time in the military? If you did, there may be a chance that you fall under a 1 year, 2 year or lifetime ban from employment with the civilian contractor with whom you had conducted business. - If you believe this rule may apply to you, visit the base legal office and request a written opinion regarding your eligibility for employment with the contractor.
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Defense Language Volunteer Program
Informs military personnel who speak a foreign language of opportunities.
Outreach programs
Privacy Act requirements
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If you have critical language skills or regional expertise, the DOD or other federal agencies may want to contact you during a time of need, crisis or national emergency. In Block 26A please mark if you do or do not desire to be contacted by the DOD. For Block 26B, please select if you do or do not desire for the DOD to share your information with other federal agencies.
ANY QUESTIONS ????????
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That’s it! Thank you for taking the time to attend your pre-separation counseling. At this time check over your DD 2648 to ensure you completed it accurately. Is your name and full SSN at the top of each page? Did you sign and date page 5? If you are a reservist, did you use a DD 2648-1? Please bring your DD 2648 to class with you. The transition staff will collect it and return it to you once you have completed the seminar. We look forward to seeing you!
