1. NVTAC Virtual Learning Class: Strategies to Succeed in HVRP
Cindy Borden
NCHV
Cori Di Biase
Manhattan Strategy Group
Nicole LaCorte-Klein
Atlas Research
NVTAC Virtual Learning Class: Strategies to Succeed in HVRP
Module One: Introduction to HVRP, Partnerships, and AJC Enrollment

2. Course Objectives: After completing this VLC, you will know:
The philosophy and orientation of HVRP;
HVRP best practice elements;
Strategies to engage job ready veterans who are homeless and increase their preparation to work;
How to assess a homeless veteran’s employment needs as well as their need for supportive services;
Strategies to link veterans to permanent housing and other services including VHA programs;
How to support clients once they have become employed.

3. Meet Your Instructors

4. Jen Elder, SOAR TA Center
Course Schedule
Date
Day
Topic
Lead Instructor
Guest Speaker
10/1
Monday
Introduction to HVRP, Partnerships, AJC Enrollment
Cindy
10/3
Wednesday
Job Readiness & Outreach Strategies
Nicole
10/8
Employment Assessment & Job Matching
Cori
10/10
Housing and Supportive Services: Strengthening Community Collaboration/Partnerships
10/15
Job Driven Training, Employer Development & Job Placement, AJC Partnership
Nena Siverd, VOC
10/17
Sub-population services (female veterans, younger veterans, older veterans, families)
10/22
Justice Involved Veterans – ex-offenders, incarcerated veterans, link with VJOs and Reentry Specialists
10/24
Job Retention & Follow Up
10/29
Benefits, work incentives, employment services and supports
Jen Elder, SOAR TA Center
10/31
Avoiding Burnout: Taking care of Yourself

5. Chat Exercise Introductions Name Job Title Organization City and State
Are you a veteran?
What are you hoping to learn in this class?
Type your answer in the public Chat box and press “enter” to send

6. Introduction to HVRP
Foundation and Background

7. Audience Poll Question
Vote on the screen!
Check the box that reflects your best answer.
What is your experience with HVRP?
It’s all new to us – Organization and staff are new to HVRP.
I’m new to HVRP but my organization has experience.
I have some experience, but want to know more…

8. Guiding Principles of HVRP Practice
Veteran eligibility is guide by their desire and readiness to work.
Competitive employment consistent with the veterans’ preferences and employer needs is the goal.
Employment services are integrated with treatment, housing, and other services.
Benefits planning and management is provided.
Rapid job search is encouraged.
Employment specialists build employer relationships.
Job retention through follow along support is provided.

9. HVRP Eligibility Who is eligible to participate in HVRP? 3 Factors:
Definition
Evidence
Veteran Status
Other than Dishonorable;
1 day active duty not including training
DD214
Homeless
Full definition in the TAG
Imminent risk (14 days)
Fleeing or attempting to flee DV
Documentation, sample forms
Job readiness
Legally eligible, committed to pursuing work
Self-report, screening/assessment

10. Sample Documentation Forms
Homeless Certification Forms:
Homeless Certification Intake Counselors utilize this form to verify and confirm that a client is homeless.
HVRP Documenting Veteran and Homeless Status Another form that can assist you in documenting a Veterans Homeless status.
HVRP Self Attestation Form A form for clients to fill out, to declare their homeless status.
Show Forms – encourage sharing

11. Core Components of HVRP

12. Reporting Requirements
Quarterly performance reporting forms:
VETS-701 Technical Performance Report
VETS-702 Technical Performance Narrative
VETS-703 Stand Down After Action Report
Technical Assistance Guide For Competitive Grants Technical Performance Report
Show forms
Access the 2017 webinar and slides on the Welcome New Grantees page at

13. HVRP Performance Critical Performance Indicators
Number of Enrollments
Placement Rate
Average Hourly Wage at Placement
Placement Rate for Chronically Homeless
Acceptable performance
Minimum of 85% of planned goals (see Planned Goals Chart)
Option Year funding – Per VPL and Att. – must meet minimum performance expectations on 50% or more (i.e. 2 or more) of the applicable critical performance indicators

14. HVRP Performance (Cont.)
Non-critical indicators
Cost per placement
Percentage in unsubsidized employment 2nd Quarter after exit;
Percentage in unsubsidized employment 4th Quarter after exit; and
Median earnings of those in unsubsidized employment during 2nd Quarter after exit.
Simple picture to show what it looks like

15. 10 Best Practice Elements
Job Driven Training
Outreach Strategies
Employment Assessment
Transitions to Jobs and Retention
Managing Benefits and Services
Find and Maintain Housing
Excellent Staff
Outcome Oriented
Braiding Funding Streams
Tailoring Services to Specific Populations

16. QUESTIONS?
Type your questions in the chat box or “raise your hand” to have your phone line unmuted.

17. Partnerships
Collaboration is the key to success

18. Why Partnerships?
Research shows that collaborations between agencies have a deeper collective impact than going it alone.
Major Federal agencies (VA, HHS, DOL, HUD) have acknowledged that veteran homelessness is a local issue solved at the community level.
No one organization (or individual) can to it alone – collaboration is essential.

19. Why Partnerships (continued)?
Data sharing allows better planning and allocation of resources. (HMIS).
Coordination reduces duplication of efforts and wasting of precious resources and services.
Communities that have invested in collaboration have seen dramatic reductions in veteran homelessness.

20. Questions
Type your questions in the chat box or “raise your hand” to have your phone line unmuted.
Stretch break

21. Enrollment at the AJC

22. The American Job Centers (AJC)
Established under the Workforce Investment Act, and reauthorized in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act of 2014.
Network of nearly 2,500 AJCs, located in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Designed to provide job seekers with a range of assistance, all under one roof.
Learn more about AJC services and find your local AJC visit
Go to careeronestop site and tour

23. What is HVRP Enrollment at the AJC?
HVRP grantees are required to register all participants at the local AJC.
Registration/enrollment is not enough, to fulfill the requirement, the veteran must receive a service:
Wagner-Peyser Act-funded ES;
JVSG-funded DVOP service; or
WIOA-funded service.
Guidance in VPL pdf

24. Services at the AJC
Each AJC is unique and offers an array of services based on local workforce conditions and available resources which may include:
Job training and employment workshops.
Job search assistance.
Career counseling.
Labor market and employer information.
Hiring events and business service information.
Referrals to community resources and other agencies.
Supportive services.
Unemployment insurance information.
Access to state Vocational Rehabilitation, SCSEP, and resources unique to your local area.

25. Jobs for Veterans State Grants (JVSG)
Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialists – provide intensive service to veterans with significant barriers to employment (SBE); including homeless veterans.
Local Veterans’ Employment Representative (LVER) staff – conduct outreach to employers and business associations and engage in advocacy efforts with hiring executives to increase employment opportunities for veterans.

26. When should HVRP Enrollment at the AJC occur?
HVRP participants should be enrolled at the local AJC sometime between the first business day of Q1 (July 1) and the last business day of Q3 (March 31).
Participants enrolled in HVRP during Q4 should be simultaneously enrolled at the AJC.

27. Why is HVRP Enrollment at the AJC important?
Enrollment at the AJC provides homeless veterans with additional resources:
Increased training opportunities through WIOA;
Additional supportive services;
Access to vocational rehabilitation services;
Connection to employers and employment opportunities through the LVER;
Integrated case management services; and
Intensive job placement services offered by DVOPs.
Leveraging resources across programs allows for a more integrated approach to helping homeless veterans.

28. How does HVRP Enrollment at the AJC work?
Who is involved?
Homeless Veterans
HVRP grant staff
AJC Staff
DVOP
Other staff
What happens?
HVRP grantees work with their local AJC to develop a registration process based on local needs.
Enrollment can take place at the local AJC, the HVRP grantee’s site, or online.
What can HVRPs do?
Ensure a staff member is present during the enrollment process to facilitate accurate reporting and strong working relationships;
Invite local AJC staff to share information on their services and encourage AJC staff to learn about your services; and
Ensure new staff members are full trained on AJC services and enrollment requirements.
Enrollment at the AJC
should be a win, win, win.

29. Chat Exercise (2)
What challenges do you anticipate, or have you faced, around enrolling participants at the AJC?
Type your answer in the public Chat box and press “enter” to send
Mention October CoP Call

30. FINAL QUESTIONS HOMEWORK for Wednesday!
Think about the following questions:
How does your program do outreach?
What does job readiness mean to you?
Come prepared to share and discuss!

31. Contact Information
Cori Di Biase
Manhattan Strategy Group
Cindy Borden
NCHV
Nicole LaCorte-Klein
Atlas Research