U.S. Code of Federal Regulations
Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 28, 2025
(a) General. Employment services shall be provided if:
(1) Eligibility for employment services exists;
(2) The employment services which are needed have been identified; and
(3) The services which have been identified are incorporated in the veteran's IWRP (Individualized Written Rehabilitation Plan) or IEAP (Individualized Employment Assistance Plan).
(2) The term job development means a comprehensive professional service to assist the individual veteran to actually obtain a suitable job, and not simply the solicitation of jobs on behalf of the veteran. Continuing and mutually beneficial relationships with employers should be established by VA staff through referral of suitable employees and supportive services (e.g., adjustment counseling and job modification). Job development activities by VA staff are intended to provide disabled workers with a chance for suitable employment with cooperating employers.
(3) The term employable means the veteran is able to secure and maintain employment in the competitive labor market or in a sheltered workshop or other special situation at the minimum wage.
(2) The duration of the period of employment services is determined under provisions of § 21.73;
(3) An IEAP (Individualized Employment Assistance Plan) shall be prepared under provisions of § 21.88;
(4) A veteran shall be placed in and removed from “Employment Assistance Status” under provisions of § 21.194.