NEXT STEP: Places veterans with major employers in public and private sectors Offers vocational assessment and career guidance, on-site computer literacy training, support with occupational training, and accredited College classes teaching job-seeking skills and strategies Provides a state of the art resource room equipped with: computer and Internet acces, phones, fax, computerized career programs, job listings and educational and training information Operates transitional homes for employed veterans Serves hundreds of veterans each month Assists in job placement, job referrals, resume writing, and copying Arranges for provision of supported employment Maintains close links with Federal, State, County and private social service agencies

NEXT STEP provides: Pre-screened, job-ready candidates Recruitment efforts, which encompass a wide range of job types Well-trained employment specialist who are aware of current industry needs and qualifications necessary for success in the Bay Area work force On-the-Job Training Program, which allows up to 50% wage reimbursement to employers, for up to 499 hours for most Next Step clients