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Causes: Employment Preparation & Procurement, Job Training, Military & Veterans Organizations, Veterans, Vocational Counseling
Mission: The Veterans Transition Support nonprofit's mission is to assist veterans in successfully transitioning from military service to civilian life by addressing the specific employment-related challenges they may face. Through job training, one-on-one job search mentoring, and sponsorship of employment-related resources, the organization works towards the goal of providing veterans with the tools and support needed to secure and sustain employment, ultimately closing the gap between military service and civilian life for these individuals.
Results: The Veterans Transition Support organization is actively engaged in various activities and initiatives to assist veterans in their transition to civilian life and secure employment. Here are some key highlights of their current activities and accomplishments: Job Training: Veterans receive job training to acquire the skills needed for civilian employment. This training is critical for veterans to excel in their chosen career fields. Job Search Assistance: The organization offers assistance in job searches, helping veterans identify job opportunities that match their qualifications and preferences. Professional Credentials: Veterans are supported in obtaining professional credentials that are relevant to their desired careers. These credentials can enhance their employability. Networking: Veterans are connected with veteran-friendly corporations, which can lead to job opportunities and valuable networking connections. Sponsorship of Resources: The organization sponsors various resources to help veterans sustain their jobs. This includes providing free work clothes, gas cards, and bus passes to alleviate some of the common challenges veterans may face in maintaining employment. Impressive Employment Success: An impressive statistic is that 100% of the 611 veterans who sought one-on-one employment assistance have successfully landed jobs with a total first-year salary of $33,344,200. Our average salary to date is $95,750. This highlights the effectiveness of the organization's efforts. OSHA Training: The organization has provided OSHA safety training to 5,727 veterans with 10-hour training and 1,739 veterans with 30-hour training since 2014. This training is valuable for ensuring workplace safety and compliance. LEAN Six Sigma Training: A total of 5,294 veterans have received LEAN Continuous Improvement Training at no cost. This training can improve veterans' skills and efficiency in various industries. VA Disability Claim and Home Loan Benefit Courses: The organization offers educational courses, including "Preparing to File a VA Disability Claim" (attended by 4,840 veterans) and "VA Home Loan Benefit" (attended by 2524 veterans), to help veterans understand and access their entitled benefits. Logistics & Supply Chain Courses: 353 veterans have been provided with "10 Day Logistics & Supply Chain" courses since 2017. These courses can open up opportunities in the logistics and supply chain industry. Numerous Course Completions: A significant number of veterans, 2,948 in total, have completed a total of 4,597 courses. These courses likely cover a wide range of topics and skills relevant to veterans' career goals. These activities and achievements demonstrate the organization's commitment to helping veterans successfully transition to civilian life and finding meaningful employment.
Target demographics: Veterans Transition from military to civilian life seamlessly by removing current barriers to employment
Direct beneficiaries per year: 945 Veterans with One-on-One Coaching, Civilian Training, Job Placement and Veteran Resources
Geographic areas served: Veterans Transition Support (VTS) is an San Diego County California based 501(c)(3) Nonprofit created specifically to help transitioning service members and veterans bridge the gap from military life into civilian life.
Programs: Veteran Career Management Work shops, OSHA Training Courses, civilian certification courses, Business Networking mixers, On-Boarding support such as gas cards to get to work until first paycheck, Bus passes, business related equipment to get the job, or to do the job, Mock interviews, Resume writing, VA Work Study, MSW Work Study programs for Veteran Outreach.