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  Two myths have hurt employers.  First, the myth that people with disabilities miss work a lot.  Second, employers' insurance premiums  will rise if they employ people with disabilities.  These myths have been proven to be false.  Since the end of World War II, employers have found that veterans make excellent employees.  Why wait?  Call our Employment Specialist for more facts at 505-248-6705.  
 
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Why Hire A Disabled Veteran?

 
   

 
  • A mature, motivated and disciplined worker.
  • Trained in the job you need.
  • Have overcome handicaps which might have occurred because of their disability.
  
  • Proven to be reliable, dependable, and able to perform in stressful situations.
  • Dedication, team player, and getting the job done are expected attributes.
  
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Employer Incentive Program

 
     
      The Department of Veterans Affairs will offer special incentives to employers hiring certain disabled veterans in an effort to "bridge the gap" which has prevented some from being employed.  Benefits include:  
     
 
 
  • Up to 50% of veteran's salary paid to employer for indirect expenses related to program costs.
  • Low risk trial period.
  • Reduced labor & training costs.
  • Minimal paperwork involved.
  
  • Needed tools and equipment supplied by VA.
  • Opportunity to view veterans skills and abilities.
  • Two to six month program (nine months with exception).
  
 
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On The Job Training

 
     
  Sometimes a veteran may need specific on the job training which an employer requires.  Benefits include:  
 
   
  • VA pays a part of the difference between actual and journeyman pay to the veteran.
  • VA purchases needed tools and equipment.
  • Reduced labor costs.
  
  • Employer pays a salary not less than that paid to other trainees in similar positions.
  • Program length up to two years.
  

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Reviewed/Updated: December 1, 2008