Vocational Rehabilitation
Workers who are injured or become ill while on the job may experience life altering changes. These injures may cause permanent damage leaving the individual unable to return to the work force in the same capacity that existed prior to the events that caused their present situation. Workers' compensation laws provide money to assist with vocational rehabilitation. This process aids an individual who has lost his job because of his injuries. The vocational rehabilitation program aids workers in returning to the ranks of the employed. Some injuries prohibit a worker from returning to their former job, but still allows them to re-enter the workforce. Retraining will aid the injured individual in finding a job that is equivalent to their previous job or assist them in obtaining a new profession. The program also addresses many issues that will assist in preparing an individual to physically, emotionally, and psychologically cope with the life changes he or she may endure.
Have you or someone you know been injured at work and now require vocational rehabilitation? If so, contact one of our experienced workers compensation attorneys in your area today!
Vocational rehabilitation services include:
- Job Matching - matches skills and interests
- Job Placement - finds a job (usually a partnership) and instructs in job seeking skills
- Vocational Counseling- assesses skills, abilities and interests to create an employment plan
- Custom Training - trains specific skills a future job may require
- Assistive Technology - a special device or accommodation that may assist an individual to better perform their duties at home or at the workplace
- Independent Living - assists in managing tasks more efficiently or identifying resources around the home
When an injury means that a worker will not be able to return to his former job, many issues come into play during his re-entry into the work force. Job placement becomes difficult due to their existing skill set, age, and the worker's new physical capabilities. Vocational rehabilitation and counseling may be required, and an employment plan may need to be created. Job seeking skills may need to be taught. An individual may need to learn new work skills in order to find new employment.
Vocational rehabilitation will assist individuals who have mental or physical disabilities that make it hard for them to find or keep a job. The services are tailored to each individual in need. The vocational rehabilitation will make a job assessment based on skills, abilities, interests and employment goals. Individuals seeking vocational rehabilitation services should have a drive to work.
Have you or someone you know been injured at work and now require vocational rehabilitation? If so, contact one of our experienced workers compensation lawyers in your area today!
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