Purpose of projectthe purpose of vocational rehabilitation specialists, INC. (VRSI) homeless veterans reintegration program (HVRP) grant is to assist veterans experiencing homelessness with finding…

Purpose of projectthe purpose of vocational rehabilitation specialists, INC. (VRSI) homeless veterans reintegration program (HVRP) grant is to assist veterans experiencing homelessness with finding employment.activities funded by grantthe activities to be funded by the grant include intake and assessment work leading to: engaging veteran with community support, eliminating or reducing barriers to employment, a holistic assessment of how to help veterans immediately and long term, and or finally to evaluate their eligibility for enrollment. Enrolled veterans will be provided with extensive employment services including, but not limited to: placement services, resume and cover letter training, software training, skills training leading increased employability, employment-seeking skills, training, working with service providers and employers within the community, and providing supportive materials to help the veteran to achieve highest possible employment goals.intended beneficiaries of the projectthe intended beneficiaries of the project are all veterans seeking help. Enrolled eligible homeless veterans and at-risk veterans are intended beneficiaries.outcomes of the projectnumber of enrollments 135 cost per enrollment: $3,704 cost per placement: $6,249.99 placement rate: 60% average hourly wage at placement: 90% at or above SDA living wage training completion: 55% employment rate 2ND quarter after exit: 50% median earnings 2ND quarter: 20 hours week employment rate 4TH quarter after exit: 30%.key partnershipsvrsi has developed an effective client outreach, engagement and recruiting procedure which has proven success. VRSI will do outreach work with and for a wide range of community partners and we will constantly update and expand our outreach methods. We have developed community partners that represent local, state, and federal organizations, including VET, VA VR E, HUD-vash, ssvf grantees, county dvops, VFW, DAV, american legions, and vsos, SSA, faith-based, and COC.recipient of other fundingpreviously funded grant: PY18 HV32281-18-60-5-6 july 1, 2018 - june 30, 2019), PY19 HV33320-19-60-5-6 july 1, 2019- june 30,2020, PY20 HV33320-20-60-5-6. July 1, 2020 - june 30, 2021. PY21 HV36538-21-60-5-6 july 1, 2021- june 30, 2022, PY22 HV36538-22-60-5- 6 july, 1 2022-june 30 2023, PY23 HV36538-23-60-5-6 july 1, 2023- june 30 2024.