JACKSONVILLE, Fla.,
Dec. 5, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/
-- The transition from service member to civilian can be an
uncertain one – particularly if a warrior does not have an airtight
plan for post-military employment. Many find themselves in the
final months of their military careers with lingering questions
about continuing education, civilian employment options, or
entrepreneurship.
As awareness of the challenges faced by transitioning military
members increases, so has the realization that effective programs
must be in place to make the journey as comfortable as possible. To
help bridge the gap between these warriors and civilian employers,
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) developed the Warriors to
Work® program.
The veteran employment program offers support and career
guidance to wounded warriors as they make their way into the
civilian workforce. In addition to helping veterans map out a
career blueprint with attainable goals, Warriors to Work
specialists can show them how to effectively highlight their
military-honed skill sets in resumes, which are then shared with
local employers and veteran-supportive national organizations.
Warriors to Work Regional Director Michael Loubert said the program creates a
reliable and beneficial partnership that connects wounded warriors
and potential employers waiting to welcome them into their
ranks.
"Warriors love the hands-on approach, career guidance for resume
writing and review, networking assistance, and interview
preparation," he said. "Employers enjoy that the career counseling
team can deliver results. They appreciate the proactive approach
for the long-term success of the warriors and family members we
connect them with."
Warriors to Work is more than just a source of manpower for
organizations looking to add veterans to the team. It is a source
of information and education, allowing potential employers to learn
about combat-related injuries and reasonable accommodations and
develop a long-lasting relationship throughout employment.
"Hiring veterans in the civilian workforce gives organizations
highly coachable team players with specialized skill sets, who are
an asset to any team," Michael said. "We help companies build their
military hiring programs to identify qualified candidates.
Employers see program specialists as teammates they can continually
confide in."
Warriors can access beneficial Warriors to Work guides online,
including financial planning assistance and tips on managing
expectations when attending civilian job fairs. When a warrior
connects with a program specialist, more in-depth help is
available.
"Veterans can get involved with the program from multiple
sources," Michael said. "They can request information from Wounded
Warrior Project staff members, other veterans service
organizations, or through referrals from places like Department of
Veterans Affairs."
Regional Warriors to Work specialists allow warriors to receive
assistance with building their professional brands wherever they
reside. With the assistance of program specialists, transitioning
service members can effectively translate their skills and work
ethic to civilian opportunities. All Warriors to Work services are
offered completely free of charge to wounded veterans and
employers.
About Wounded Warrior Project
We Connect, Serve, and Empower
The mission of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is to
honor and empower Wounded Warriors. WWP connects wounded warriors
and their families to valuable resources and one another, serves
them through a variety of free programs and services, and empowers
them to live life on their own terms. WWP is a national,
nonpartisan organization headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. To get involved and
learn more, visit woundedwarriorproject.org.
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