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Create an Educated Workplace for Veterans

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A basic knowledge of the values, structure, policies and expectations of the military promotes a stronger working relationship amongst employers and employees who are Veterans or family members of Veterans. The following are suggestions for how to assess your current processes and explore including Veteran-specific actions into your strategy.

Step 1: Develop an Understanding of Military Culture

  

Watch the Center for Deployment Psychology’s Military Cultural Competence Tutorial External link opens in a new window

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Check out the Veteran Resume Page Link opens in a new windowon Illinois workNet to become better educated regarding the types of jobs and levels of responsibilities a Veteran or transitioning Service Member may have had while in the military.

Step 2: Establish Veteran Friendly Job Application Process

Acquiring knowledge regarding military culture can definitely improve employers' and co-workers' abilities to understand, communicate and effectively interact with Service Members and their families. Use the resources below to establish a veteran friendly workplace. 
    
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Step 3: Learn the Facts About TBI and PTSD in the Workplace

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is educating employers about TBI and PTSD, and working to dispel some of the myths associated with these common conditions. Not all TBIs and PTSD cases are the same, nor are most severe - and simple workplace supports can often help individuals with TBI and/or PTSD succeed in their jobs.  
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Click here to view the TBI, PTSD & Employment online training tool External link opens in a new windowfor employers, supervisors & hiring managers.

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 The National Center for PTSD External link opens in a new window aims to help U.S. Veterans and others through research, education, and training on trauma and PTSD.
  • Visit the Links Tab for more information for Employers about Veterans
  • Download the Impact of Trauma and War on Work in the Documents Tab. 
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