Scott AFB Airman and Family Readiness Center Transition GPS Goals, Plans, Success Overview and Orientation

1. Scott AFB Airman and Family Readiness Center Transition GPSGoals, Plans, Success Overview and Orientation SUPPORTS SERVICE MEMBER CAREER READINESS 1

2. FACILITATOR INTRODUCTIONTAP Team Members:Monica Stouffer A&FRC Flight ChiefKim Freeman – TAP Program ManagerScott Raether – Employment Program ManagerRicardo Tibbs – TAP FacilitatorSarah Lynch – TAP FacilitatorJennifer Welch – TAP FacilitatorDepartment of Labor Workshop FacilitatorDonna BaylorDepartment of Veterans Affairs BenefitsSean IsaacsKenneth Tolbert SUPPORTS SERVICE MEMBER CAREER READINESS 2

3. ICEBREAKER Introductions Rules of Engagement Divide into groups of two or three at your table 5 minutes to answer the questions below Introduce others at your table Questions (Pick 2-4 to answer) What is your name? What is your current Military Occupation (AFSC/MOS)? What is your desired career field? Where do you want to live after transition? How much coffee have you had today? If you could be an animal what animal would you be? What is an adjective that begins with the same letter as your first name? What would you do with a million dollars?

4. Senior Leader Message SUPPORTS SERVICE MEMBER CAREER READINESS 4

5. AGENDA Day 1 Welcome Transition GPS Overview Pre-separation Counseling Resilient Transitions Military Occupational Code (MOC) Crosswalk and GAP Analysis Financial Planning Participant Assessment Days 2 , 3, 4 Department of Labor Employment Workshop (DOLEW) Day 5 Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) Benefits Brief I and II

6. WHAT’S NEXT???? Additional Training Tracks Entrepreneur Track – Boots to Business (B2B) Accessing Higher Education (AHE) Career Technical Training Track (CTTT) Sign up – Appointment Plus – www.scottafrc.com Capstone Wednesday – 1400L A&FRC Sign up - Appointment Plus - www.scottafrc.com

7. CLASSROOM PROCEDURES • Alternate Duty Location • 0730-1630 daily….Please be on time • If you have an emergency, call 256-8668 to let us know • No Pre-Sign-ins • Cell Phones – vibrate/silent and no calls during class unless an emergency • Attire • Business Casual w/ the exception of Wed – this is your alternate worksite • No t-shirts, jeans, tennis shoes or military uniform • Emergency Exits • SIP/ Evacuation Site • Rest Rooms • Coffee, Soda & Snack Machines/ Water Fountain • Volunteer for: Coffee/Tea/Hot Chocolate monitor? • $1.00 per day or $3.00 for the week

8. CLASSROOM PROCEDURES • Smoking Area • Designated smoking area in rear or building by pavilion—Do Not smoke in front of building/front parking lot unless in POV • Special needs/requests • Laptops (Resource Center) • Sign out/in daily on log • Plug in to recharge at the end of each day • Please use only for TAP related activities • Cleanup • You may leave your books, but please police your area at the end of each day and put chairs back, throw out trash, wipe down tables at the end of the week • OSD TAP GPS Assessment: https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/tgpsp - Can complete after each section or at the end of the course, you will receive reminders along the way

9. TRANSITION OVERVIEW WHY ARE YOU HERE? • Outcome based curriculum to help prepare you for a civilian career • Perspective • To get the most out of the Transition Goals, Plans, Success curriculum and experience YOU need to; • Be on time -- Be courteous -- Be engaged -- Come prepared • Discuss issues with family and friends • STAY POSITIVE Classroom etiquette and procedures list exercise • Objective: as a class to determine ROE’s for class success

10. WHAT IS MY TAP GPS ROADMAP? Individual Transition Plan (ITP) • Introduced during pre-separation counseling • ITP will be used throughout the next five days as: • Personal pathway through transition • Source of information on supplemental tracks • Place to take notes as new information is provided • Daily updates will be required after each block of instruction • Completed ITP is required for Capstone It is your plan...make changes/updates throughout the week!

11. ITP COMPONENTS www.scottafrc.com – Transition Assistance Program – Capstone – Individual Transition plan ITP Block 1 – REQUIRED COMPLETION FOR EVERYONE ITP BLOCKS 2-5 – REQUIRED COMPLETION FOR THOSE WITH >20 YEARS SERVICE – SELECT THE TRACK THAT CORRESPONDS WITH YOUR FUTURE PLANS Tracks include: • Employment • Education • Career Technical Training • Entrepreneur Note: ITP must be completely filled out – if a section does not apply state briefly why

12. TRANSITION GPS MODULES PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING: MANDATORY FOR ALL SERVICE MEMBERS Congressionally directed Completed not less than 90 days before separation Begin between 12-24 months prior to separation or retirement Completed Pre-Separation Counseling Checklist (DD Form 2648) proof that counseling has been completed. CRS: Create E-Benefits Account Resilient Transitions Introduction to resources on transition related issues Mentorship Special issues impacting transition to civilian life

13. TRANSITION GPS MODULES Military Occupational Code (MOC) Crosswalk and Gap Analysis How to translate military skills, training, and experience to civilian careers Complete interest inventory or career assessment Document current skills, translate to civilian terms and conduct gap analysis CRS: Complete an individual assessment tool MOC Gap Analysis Financial Planning for Transition Financial readiness in light of military transition Post Separation financial responsibilities, obligations, and goals Budget Scenarios CRS: 12-Month Post Service Budget

14. TRANSITION GPS MODULES Department of Labor Employment Workshop (DOLEW) Developing and executing a job search Planning for success in a civilian work environment Creating resumes, cover letters, an other self marketing materials Engaging in successful interviews and networking conversations CRS: Resume DOL Gold Card Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Briefing I & II Introduce service members to benefits and connect to resources VA Health Care Portal introduction and enrollment assistance CRS: eBenefits Account

15. ADDITIONAL TRAINING TRACKS Entrepreneurship – Boots to Business (B2B) Benefits and challenges of entrepreneurship in private/nonprofit sectors Steps required for business ownership through Small Business Administration Connection to 8-week online entrepreneurship course Accessing Higher Education (AHE) How to achieve academic success Research and compare institutions Align education to career goals Career Technical Training Track (CTTT) Identify skills, increase awareness of training and credentialing programs Develop an action plan to achieve career goals Personalized career development assessment of occupational interest/ability CRS: Complete an assessment tool, comparison of institutions, application, receive acceptance letter, one-on-one counseling with advisor

16. NEXT STEPS CAPSTONE MANDATORY FOR ALL SERVICE MEMBERS Commander verification of meeting Career Readiness Standards and viable ITP Evaluate preparedness to successfully transition to a civilian carer Warm Handover to appropriate partner agency (if needed) Career Readiness Standards (CRS): www.scottafrc.com/Transition Opportunity to Join the Reserve Component Include continuation of military service in the Reserves as part of career and education decision CRS: Documents demonstrating contact with a Reserve Component Recruiter (Active Component Only)

17. TRANSITION GPS PARTICIPANT ASSESSMENT Complete at the end of each module (Link to assessment) Assessment is anonymous Only check the box for the module just completed Information gathered and analyzed quarterly, comments are considered during curriculum review and used to provide improvements/updates

18. BREAK

19. Resilient Transitions

20. Agenda • What are your concerns? • Military vs. civilian life--is there a difference? • What can you do about stress? • Is your family transitioning also? • Is communication really that important? • What resources are available during and after transition?

21. Paper Airplane

23. Ways to Relieve Stress Take breaks Maintain a schedule Eat well, drink water Get rest Exercise Break tasks into small parts Let friends be friends Acknowledge and accept feelings BE FLEXIBLE Breathing/meditation Surround yourself with positivity Laugh Listen to music

24. Is your Family Transitioning? Family Considerations: - Expectations - Roles, responsibilities, routines - Relocation - Finances - Stress How can a family de-stress together?

25. Value of a Mentor • A mentor is: • willing to share ideas, skills, knowledge, and expertise. • someone to help you understand and navigate transition. • able to demonstrate a positive attitude, act as a role model, and take a personal interest in your life. • helpful establishing goals and planning priorities.

26. When might you need a mentor?

27. Communication is KEY! • Share concerns, expectations, and fears • Engage in planning process and educational courses • Acknowledge the challenges transition presents to the family • Watch for signs of stress • Reassure • Encourage family members to talk to others • Have constructive conversations

28. Pre-Separation Resources

29. Post-Transition Resources

30. A&FRC Services Transition Programs • Personal Financial Readiness • Personal & Family Work Life • Readiness • Air Force Aid Assistance • Unit Consultants Sustainment Programs • Relocation Assistance • Employment Assistance • Transition Assistance • Survivor Benefits Program • VA Benefits Advisors • Claim assistance Special Programs • Casualty Assistance (AFFF) • School Liaison Officer • Exceptional Family Member Coordinator • Military/Family Life Consultant • Voting Assistance Program • Air Force Wounded Warrior Program

31. Reminders • Understand and acknowledge your concerns. • There are differences between the military and civilian cultures. • Stress can be a normal part of the transition process-- manage it or it will manage you. • Your family is transitioning and needs to be included. • Mentors are a valuable resource during and after transition. • Remember, there are abundant resources available to support both you and your family through the transition process and beyond.

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33. December 2017

34. MOC Crosswalk • Documents • Outcome • Competencies • Learning Objectives

35. What kind of jobseeker are you?

36. Job Seeker Activity What are the strengths and challenges for each type of job seeker?

37. Crosswalk Process

38. Gap Analysis

39. Hard vs. Soft Skills Hard Skills - specific, teachable knowledge and abilities that can be defined and measured Examples: software applications, language, typing, operating machinery Soft Skills – less defined, interpersonal skills Examples: leadership, team building, communication, problem solving

40. Hard vs. Soft Skills Activity Write down the hard and soft skills that you possess. SOFT SKILLS SERVICE MEMBERS GAIN DURING PROFESSIONAL MILITARY TRAINING

41. Purpose of VMET • Helps members prepare resume • Translates military terminology and training into civilian terms • Establishes capabilities with prospective employers • Assists in applying to college or vocational institutes • Lists military job experience and training history • Recommends college credit information • Suggests related certification and licensure • Provides civilian equivalent job titles

42. VMET: Experience History Title and Code Duty: Current position Dates of Experience Occupation Description Related Civilian Occupations, O*NET, and DOT Occupation Code

43. VMET: Training History Training Dates, Course Number and Length Course Description according to ACE Credit recommendation from ACE

44. ESS: Employee Summary Sheet (USCG) • Lists all job held to include job titles • Rank history • Position history • Education • TMT history • Direct Access Courses • Training • Tests • Competencies • Board/Memberships • Medals and Awards

45. JST

46. CCAF

47. CG 4082 (USCG) • List of all trainings completed • Can supplement the JST, be used to boost the education and training section in GAP Analysis and on a resume

48. Credentialing Credentials • May be required by law or an employer for employment • Lead to higher pay or improve promotion potential • Demonstrates transferability of military skills and relevance in the civilian workforce Licensure Certification Apprenticeship

49. Types of Credentials

50. GAP Analysis Activity • Where am I now? • Use the VMET, JST, Credentialing, Professional Evaluations, and COOL websites to find the following information: • Experience and Skill • Education and Training • Credentials (license, certifications, apprentices) • Complete the “Where am I now?” section of the Gap Analysis.