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Excellent UJS News! - The National Learning Center (NVTI's home) was notified recently that the Ultimate Job Search for the 21st Century series is a finalist in New York Festivals' 2007 Film & Video Awards competition in the career guidance category! In addition to this prestigious honor, after less than 6 months since initial release of the series, UJS has been distributed to over 1,400 locations. And to add to that distinction, we continue to hear from users all over the country who have been so pleased with how UJS is working for their customers. For information about ordering UJS, see this link: www.NLC.cudenver.edu/UJS
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Military Miles - Trying to think of something extra special to do for our wounded soldiers or their families? Donate your frequent-flier miles to help soldiers wounded in Iraq or Afrghanistan fly home after their treatment or help their families fly to visit them. For more information go to www.fisherhouse.org and click on "Hero Miles."
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UJS and Homeless Job Seekers- Recently another section was added to the UJS Interactive Workbook/Special Groups--"Homeless." Access to the workbook is provided upon purchase of the series. This section gives some ideas to job seekers who are homeless and also provides some resources for assistance. Some of those resources are:
The National Coalition for the Homeless
www.nationalhomeless.org
202-462-4822
The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans
www.nchv.org
800-VET-HELP
Volunteers of America
www.voa.org
800-899-0089
Fact Sheets about Programs to Help
www.cms.hhs.gov/apps/firststep/content/factsheets.html
US Department of Housing and Urban Development - Local Homeless Assistance Resources
www.hud.gov/homeless/hmlsagen.cfm
Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program -
www.dol.gov/vets/programs/fact/Homeless_veterans_fs04.htm
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Thank You! - We've enjoyed reading and walking down memory lane with everyone who has signed NVTI's 20th Anniversary e-card. Thanks a bunch to everyone who has taken the time to share your memories and thoughts. We appreciate everything you do for our nation's veterans! Read the e-card here.
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Women's Foundation Announces Study Results - The U.S. Army Women's Foundation released results of a study recently that establishes the positive effects of Army service for women veterans. The study, conducted in partnership with George Mason University, showed economic, education and employment opportunities were greatly enhanced for women who had served. For more details, go to www.awfdn.org/pages/research.html.
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USERRA 101 Update - Several years ago, NVTI, working with VETS and the Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR) created a site to relay basic information about the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). That site is now being updated, but if you're interested now in reviewing this important information as troops return home to their jobs, check it out at http://nvti.cudenver.edu/USERRAcd/Default2.htm. We'll let you know when the new site is available.
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President's Veterans' Day Proclamation - The annual Presidential Proclamation for Veterans' Day is now available. Link to it here www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/10/20061031-6.html
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Seamless Transition Home - VA has a super site for returning Active Duty, National Guard and Reserve service members of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. The site provides benefits information and assistance to eligible veterans. Check it out at www.seamlesstransition.va.gov
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All About Veterans' Day - Also from VA, great historical information about Veterans' Day. This is superb information for everyone to be aware of. See it at www.va.gov
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Say Thanks! A website hosted by the Xerox Corp., provides you the opportunity to send a free postcard to our servicemen and women thanking them for their service. Simply click on a design, created by children ages 6-14, and personalize it with your message. Xerox will print and mail the card along with care packages sent by the military support organization, Give2TheTroops. Try it at www.letssaythanks.com
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Older Workers Rule - Did you know that over 1 million workers age 55 and older have secured new jobs since August 2005? That makes those workers the fastest-growing workers of all age groups. A CEO of a major corporation says of older workers: Employers are learning through experience that most, if not all, of the long-held common perceptions about older workers simply are not true.
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National Institute of Corrections - The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons which provides training, technical assistance, information services, and policy/program development assistance to federal, state, and local corrections agencies. Bookmark the site for help in working with your clients who have a history of incarceration. www.nicic.org
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Do you have your new UJS yet? Order it if you don't have yours yet! And do not forget to utilize the companion piece, the UJS On-line Workbook, which brings interactivity in your workshop, gets your participant more involved in their job search and brings fun to learning! The on-line workbook has ready-to-fill-in resumes, a workable master application, interview simulations, how to navigate on-line career sites and more. This highly interactive workbook is a working partner with the video series and it the best thing you can provide your client in his or her job search. Do them and yourself a favor, get aboard the UJS bandwagon!
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UJS is Still Sizzling! - The Ultimate Job Search for the 21st Century continues to be a hot resource! Over 700 copies have been distributed so far. The feedback from users continues to be great. Representatives from the National Learning Center/NVTI will be in attendance at the NASWA National Convention, September 5-8, where they will have the opportunity to continue to introduce this outstanding job search product to those in the field. For more information about ordering UJS, go to www.NLC.cudenver.edu/UJS.
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One Stop Toolkit for Serving People with Disabilities - The resources on this website help Work Incentive and Disability Program Navigator Grantees widen the array of services available to individuals with disabilities at One-Stop Centers. And while the site is primarily targeted toward state and local One-Stop service providers, it contains resources that will be useful to a broader audience as well. See it here: www.onestoptoolkit.org
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Operation Hero for Hire Resource Corner - CareerBuilder's new Operation Hero for Hire site has some good resource articles for veterans. Some of the subjects are translating military jargon, resume tactics for veterans and interview wear. Have a look! www.careerbuilder.com/jobposter/ohfh/articles.aspx?nolink=true
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NLC/NVTI Director Appointment
The National Learning Center (NLC) and NVTI are pleased to announce the appointment of Vaune Shelbourn as its new director. Previous information had been released announcing Waverly Robinson as director, but Shelbourn was appointed when negotiations between Robinson and the University were unable to be finalized. Out-going director Steve Chapman plans to stay on during the transition of the new director into the position.
Shelbourn has been with NVTI since 1987, when she joined the instructor staff after serving as a LVER/job interviewer at a Nebraska employment service office. In 1993, Shelbourn was promoted to NVTI training and development manager. In 1997, she moved to Montana but continued to work for NVTI and NLC as a senior instructor, primarily conducting training sessions off campus in many states around the nation. She also assisted in the development and revision of several NVTI and NLC courses.
“I am honored and excited to have this chance to guide NVTI and the National Learning Center. I’ve seen the impact of our training programs in so many states over the years, and I want to continue building that strong reputation for results oriented learning,” Shelbourn said.
Shelbourn is a veteran of the U.S. Army and holds a B.A. from Edinboro (PA) University and a M.S. from the University of Colorado at Denver.
“All of us here at NLC/NVTI welcome Vaune to her new position. I can’t think of anyone I would be more comfortable stepping aside for than Vaune Shelbourn. I have worked alongside Vaune when we were training together, as well as when she was NVTI’s training and development manager. I know she’ll continue to be a great asset to the program,” said Chapman.
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VA to Provide Free Credit Monitoring - As part of the continuing efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to protect and assist those potentially affected by the recent data theft that occurred at an employee’s Maryland home, Secretary of Veterans Affairs R. James Nicholson today announced that VA will provide one year of free credit monitoring to people whose sensitive personal information may have been stolen in the incident.
People who believe they may be affected by the data theft can go to www.firstgov.gov for more information. VA also continues to operate a call center that people can contact to get information about this incident and learn more about consumer-identity protections. That toll free number is 1-800-FED INFO (1-800-333-4636). The call center is operating from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm (EDT), Monday-Saturday as long as it is needed.
Link here for the full press release and more details.
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Do you have your UJS yet? The initial feedback about the Ultimate Job Search for the 21st Century has been extremely positive! We appreciate any and all comments and suggestions from those who are actually utilizing the series in the field. If you do not have your own UJS series yet, please download an order form at the UJS website.
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Job Burnout Resource - Job burnout can be described as exhaustion as a result of work-related stress. It is most often experienced by workers who feel they have no control over their work or that they are overwhelmed by responsibilities and lack of resources. Do you know anyone who could use some ideas for dealing with this issue? Check out this link for help: Preventing Burnout
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UJS is Hot! The NLC/NVTI phones are ringing and orders are being faxed in since the release of The Ultimate Job Search for the 21st Century series! Early response has been very positive. Thanks to all who are getting back to us with feedback. Mini-CD preview discs are still available for those who need to show managers what the series is about. Complete information can be found at the UJS website. Call today! They are going fast.
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DOL Announces Stand Down Funding - DOL/VETS continues to support local Stand Down events that assist homeless veterans. VETS is now accepting applications for Stand Down grant awards. A Stand Down is an event held in a local community where homeless veterans are provided a wide variety of social services.
VETS anticipates that up to $325,000 will be available for FY 2006 grant awards up to a maximum of $8,000 per event. However, if the event is held for one (1) day, the maximum amount is $5,000. VETS expects to award approximately forty (40) grants. Applications for Stand Down funds will be accepted from State Workforce Agencies and State and local Workforce Investment Boards, Veterans Service Organizations (VSO), local public agencies, and nonprofit organizations, including community and faith-based organizations. VETS is not authorized to award these grant funds to organizations that are registered with Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as a 501(c)(4) organization.
Deadline: All Stand Down grant requests must be received by the appropriate State Director for Veterans' Employment and Training (DVET), who serves as the Grant Officer Technical Representative (GOTR), no later than 60 days prior to the event and by no later than June 30, 2006, for events that occur on or prior to November 30, 2006. For information on Stand Down grants and application instructions, go to: www.dol.gov/cfbci/funding.htm#vets.
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Operation Hero for Hire - This new site, sponsored by CareerBuilder.com features jobs from employers who want to recruit veterans. Make the transition from military duty to civilian employment easier: search thousands of jobs, post up to five resumes and get career advice tailored for veterans. The site is fairly new, but will certainly grow as word-of-mouth grows. Let your clients know! Here's the link: www.operationheroforhire.com.
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UJS is Here! We know it has been long-anticipated and long-awaited, but the waiting is over. The Ultimate Job Search for the 21st Century is ready for your order! This new series is available in DVD or VHS format and purchase also gives you and your clients access to the interactive UJS workbook. The Media Group is very proud of this series and knows it will greatly benefit your job search workshops and help your customers.
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VA Data Theft Information - In light of the recent possible compromising of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) veterans data, Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS) has asked NVTI to provide information for assistance.
See the following press release from VA and frequently asked questions document for further information.
VA Press Release 5/22/06
FAQ 5/22/06
Toll-free 1-800-333-4636
www.firstgov.gov
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Remembering Fallen Soldiers - On Sunday, May 21, the Commission on Remembrance is hosting a tribute to all Americans killed in Iraq or Afghanistan and their families. The event will be broadcast to U.S. troops around the world and will include a salute to the fallen from each U.S. war, dating back to the Revolution. It begins at noon eastern time, on the grounds of the Washington Monument in D.C. Go to www.timeofremembrance.com for more information.
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A Tribute - This touching PowerPoint presentation was sent to us by one of our friends in the field. There is sound, so use your speakers if you have them. It's called, "If I Die Before You Wake." We do not have information about whom created the presentation.
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Living with Disabilities - Here are a few interesting statistics from the Census Bureau about Americans with disabilities:
- More than 51 million Americans (about 18 percent of the population) had a disability in 2002.
- 56 percent of people with disabilities ages 21 - 64 had jobs
To help people with disabilities find jobs, don't forget about the Ultimate Job Search series presentation: Job Search Tips for People with Disabilities. The presentation is from the original UJS production, but is still timely and important. It is available in DVD and VHS format. See the UJS page for details.
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Get Your UJS Special Preview Mini-CD! The Ultimate Job Search for the 21st Century is complete and will be available very soon. But how would you like a sneak a peak at the series now? Contact NVTI (800-451-5759) to request a Special Preview mini-CD. This would be an excellent resource to show your local office manager or department supervisor, especially if he or she isn't familiar with the original UJS series. For more overall information about the series, connect to the UJS main webpage.
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Indeed.com - One of Colorado's vet reps came across a really cool site and let us know about it. It's a comprehensive search engine for jobs which gives job seekers free access to millions of employment opportunities from thousands of websites. Indeed.com includes job listings from major job boards, newspapers, associations and company career pages and they say they add new sites every day. Truly awesome site! Check it out.
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TAP Workshop Segments Added - At the request of VETS, some additional materials have been added to the TAP workshop. See the TAP Facilitator website for details.
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DOL Grants for Veterans Affected by Hurricanes - The Department of Labor has awarded a $99,000 non-competitive grant to help veterans affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. "Homeless veterans face special challenges in rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of the two hurricanes," said ASVET Chick Ciccolella. "This grant will help veterans who are resettling in several Texas communities access the job training and placement services they need to find work and build a better life."
American GI Forum, National Veterans Outreach Program Inc., San Antonio, Texas will receive the emergency funding for a grant period ending June 30 to assist the communities of Beaumont, Port Arthur and Houston.
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Grants.Gov - Grants.gov is the access point for over 1,000 grant programs offered by all Federal grant-making agencies. Grants.gov allows organizations to electronically find and apply for more than $400 billion in Federal grants.The US Department of Health and Human Services is the managing partner for Grants.gov. Check it out!
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DOL Grants for Veterans Affected by Hurricanes - The Department of Labor has awarded a $99,000 non-competitive grant to help veterans affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. "Homeless veterans face special challenges in rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of the two hurricanes," said ASVET Chick Ciccolella. "This grant will help veterans who are resettling in several Texas communities access the job training and placement services they need to find work and build a better life."
American GI Forum, National Veterans Outreach Program Inc., San Antonio, Texas will receive the emergency funding for a grant period ending June 30 to assist the communities of Beaumont, Port Arthur and Houston.
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Grants.Gov - Grants.gov is the access point for over 1,000 grant programs offered by all Federal grant-making agencies. Grants.gov allows organizations to electronically find and apply for more than $400 billion in Federal grants.The US Department of Health and Human Services is the managing partner for Grants.gov. Check it out!
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Latest VETS NET Available! - Lots of good information to read up on! Find it here.
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Government Benefits Site - The GovBenefits.gov site is a free, confidential prescreening resource that links to many federal and state benefit programs you or your clients may be eligible for. Be sure to bookmark this helpful link.
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NVTI Wants to Know ... - The latest in the NVTI Wants to Know questions is: "What types of brochures/flyers, etc., does your office use to publicize services to employers?" Please reply to this question as posted on the NVTI Open Forum Discussion Board. Maybe something that you are doing in your local office will trigger ideas for one of your peers across the country.
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New USERRA Regulations - Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao recently announced the publication of rules for USERRA. The new regulations are written in plain English and in a Q&A format and will clarify employer rights and responsibilities under USERRA. See the VETS website for complete information
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