1. SFL-TAP Delivery & Documentation: Total Soldier Concept
Rose Marie Tinker
HRC Transition Division, Prepare Branch Policy Analyst
Amanda Crowdus
Serco Inc., SFL-TAP Policy and Training Director

2. Soldier Transition Experience
Personal Preference
Family Considerations
Fiscal Responsibility
Labor Market Information
Where will I live?
Purpose-driven
Aptitude and personal choice
Predetermined skill-sets and abilities
Credentials /Licensure
What will I do/Who will I be?
Perceived Self-Efficacy
Perceived TAP Value
Voluntary vs. Involuntary Separation
Deployments/ Mission Needs
When do I start?
Internal
External

3. Modified Holmes-Rahe Life Stress Inventory
Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS)
Of 43 identified life events on the Holmes-Rahe Life Stress Inventory, 11 can be recognized as applicable to transitioning Service members within a one year time span.
Accumulation of points increases risk of stress-induced health breakdown.
Point associated to events occurring the past year
>150 points = low susceptibility to stress-induced health breakdown
151 points = 50% change of major health breakdown in next 2 yrs
<300 points = 80% chance of major health breakdown in the next 2 years

4. Five Dimensions of Health and Strength
CSF2 Vision
A Total Army team of physically healthy and psychologically strong Soldiers, Families, and DACs whose resilience and total fitness enables them to thrive in the military and civilian sector and to meet a wide range of operational demands.
WHO Definition of Health
A state of complete physical, social and mental well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Concept of wellness -
Dimension Definitions
Physical: organic body state & needs (sleep, nutrition, exercise)
Spiritual: purpose, identity, values, beliefs, life vision
Emotional: self-control, adjusting to change and problems, aware of thoughts and feelings, expressing emotions
Mental: intellectual growth, cognitive ability, creativity
Social: trusted, valued, fulfilling relationships, communication skills, support networks
Family: primary source of support in a safe, secure environment

5. Development Skill “Fit for Duty” Stress Management Decision Making
Budget, Gap Analysis, Resumes, Applications (school and job), Certs, Licensures, ITP
Physical Exam, Disability, eBenefits
Networking, Mentorship, Family Concerns, Interviewing, Negotiating
Purpose, ITP, Values, Assessment
VA Vet Centers, Special Concerns
“Fit for Duty”
Stress Management
Decision Making

6. Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do.
-Goethe

7. Identification/Notification
Tells WHEN and HOW to start transition planning with SFL-TAP
Begins accountability
Signals SLC shift to Transition Phase
Tells Soldier WHEN to start SFL-TAP (answers inherent question of when transition activity begins from Army perspective)
Soldier individual accountability begins for transition decision-making and preparation
Paradigm shift from SLC Initial and Service phases to transition phase (Civilian duty fitness)

8. Supports ITP development
Touchpoint
Soldier Benefit
Associated Requirement (including CRS)
SFL-TAP/TAP XXI Capture
Preseparation ** & Initial Counseling
Benefits and Entitlements Primer
Goal Identification
Ebenefits, MyHealthEVet, AJC
Presep Counseling with DD Form 2648/-1
Ebenefits registration
Form Completion
eBenefits BM
ITP Track BM
AJC BM
Transition Overview*
SFL-TAP & ITP
Resilient Transitions (Mentorship, Family, Stressors)
n/a
Course attendance
MOS Crosswalk*
Personal assessment
JST/VMET
LMI
Crosswalk military skills, education, certification to desired civilian goal
Assessment
Gap Analysis
Licensure, Certification, Apprenticeship requirements
Assessment BM
Gap Analysis BM
Financial Planning Workshop*
Enhances financial knowledge
Compares current and projected financial needs to meet transition goals
Post Service Budget
Post Service Budget BM
DOLEW*
Employment readiness; resume, references, job search development
Course Completion
DOL Gold Card
DOL Gold Card BM
Waiver BM
Supports ITP development
*JKO Course available **Available through TAP XXI

9. Supports ITP development
Touchpoint
Soldier Benefit
Associated Requirement (including CRS)
SFL-TAP / TAP XXI Capture
VA Benefits Briefings I* and II*
Comprehensive benefit information
VA Applications
Resources, support familiarity
Course completion
Course attendance
Cont. of Military Service Counseling (AC only)
Offers RC opportunity as a career option
Counseling completion
Cont. of Military Service Counseling BM
Accessing Higher Education*
Evaluation of schools and application process
None; may assist in attaining track CRS
Career Technical Training*
Evaluation of programs and application process
Entrepreneur Track*
Principles of self-employment and entrepreneurship
None
ITP Review*
ITP completion, deficiency identification
None; may assist in attaining and tracking ITP and other CRS (job app pkg/job offer)
Course attendance, possible ITP BM, other related BMs
Capstone
CRS Verification and Warm Handover
Event completion and DD Form 2958
Possible course attendance, DD Form 2958 submission
Supports ITP development
*JKO Course available

10. Current Policy References
-10 USC 1142
-Public Law Veterans Opportunity to Work Act of 2011
-OSD DTM
-Army Directive
Future Policy
-AR SFL-TAP
Presentation References
- and Rahe Inventory
-Preamble to the Constitution of the World Health Organization as adopted by the International Health Conference, New York, June, 1946; signed on 22 July 1946 by the representatives of 61 States (Official Records of the World Health Organization, no. 2, p. 100) and entered into force on 7 April 1948.
-AR Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness
-Army Transition Campaign Plan FY14 - FY15

11. Points of Contact
Rose Marie Tinker Amanda Crowdus