Return-to-work program

A return-to-work program may include

• alternative duties and
• graduated return-to-work

Any of the following may be involved in helping the worker return-to-work

• the treating doctor - looks after the injury and has an important role in the return-to-work program
• rehabilitation provider - provides specialist input to successfully return the worker to full employment
• the employer – if the employer has a rehabilitation co-ordinator that person will liaise with all the people involved in the return-to-work program
• the insurer/self-insurer - provides financial support
• the union - can advise on rights and
• the worker will also be involved

Services provided by a service provider may include

• initial assessment
• support counselling
• vocational counselling
• case management
• liaison with all involved and
• advice on other work possibilities

How can you be referred to rehabilitation services?

• the treating doctor can refer you
• the employer can refer you
• the insurer/self-insurer can refer you or
• you can refer yourself