Frequently Asked Questions for Recruiting Hiring Training and Retaining Wounded Warriors (2)
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The document lists 10 frequently asked questions about hiring and supporting wounded warriors in the civilian workforce. The questions provide links to videos from experts in the Office of Wounded Warrior Care and Transition Policy and Office of Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity that address what programs and resources are available to hire wounded warriors, the value they provide as well as potential challenges and mitigation strategies, and how employers can support wounded warrior development, training, and success in the workplace.
Frequently Asked Questions for Recruiting Hiring Training and Retaining Wounded Warriors (2)
- 1. Frequently Asked Questions 1. What programs and resources are available for civilian employers looking to hire a Wounded Warrior? Mr. Stephen King, Director of Disability Programs, OSD Office of Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Un48glgJkkw 2. What is the value of hiring a Wounded Warrior and what can the civilian workforce do to prepare for Wounded Warriors? Mr. Stephen King, Director of Disability Programs, OSD Office of Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=csCOGrgHsi4 3. Why should people come to the 2nd Annual Wounded Warrior Hiring and Support Conference? Mr. Stephen King, Director of Disability Programs, OSD Office of Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccDmG90Xosg 4. Why should potential employers hire a Wounded Warrior rather than a traditional, highly qualified candidate? Ms. Laura Stanek, Human Resources Advisor, Wounded Warrior Program Manager, Human Resource Office - Washington http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_e7zRZieb44 5. For a federal agency, what hiring authorities are available for use to hire Wounded Warriors? Ms. Laura Stanek, Human Resources Advisor, Wounded Warrior Program Manager, Human Resource Office - Washington http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQjw_kLBQIk 6. Does hiring a Wounded Warrior come with hidden expenses for the employer? If so, are there programs available to employers to mitigate the expense? Ms. Laura Stanek, Human Resources Advisor, Wounded Warrior Program Manager, Human Resource Office - Washington http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrdTxps9HIA 7. Why are development/training programs important for Wounded Warriors? Ms. Barbara Wilson, Director of Training, Recovery Care Coordination, OSD Office of Wounded Warrior Care and Transition Policy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBKc9VjWRi4 8. Where can an employer go to find out more about Wounded Warrior internships and other training and development programs available to Wounded Warriors? Ms. Barbara Wilson, Director of Training, Recovery Care Coordination, OSD Office of Wounded Warrior Care and Transition Policy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yx94KQhw3yk 9. What do employers need to know about Wounded Warriors?
- 2. Mr. Stephen King, Director of Disability Programs, OSD Office of Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsMGJ979ycQ 10. How do employers obtain equipment and tools necessary to support Wounded Warriors and to allow them to succeed in the workplace? Mr. Stephen King, Director of Disability Programs, OSD Office of Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKT0defOhCI