Return to Work Process

Get first aid and/or medical treatment:

• Get medical treatment or first aid as required; and
• If necessary, your employer will provide transportation to a medical centre.

Report the Injury:

• Report the injury to your employer;
• Complete the WSCC Worker's Report of Injury;
• Receive a copy of the WSCC Employer’s Report of Incident from your employer; and
• Provide your employer with information regarding your functional abilities.

Communicate and Collaborate:

• If unable to return to work immediately, tell your employer and keep them informed with regular communication;
• Communicate at least every two weeks with your WSCC Case Manager to update them on your recovery; and
• Participate in prescribed treatment and rehabilitation programs.

Identify Suitable Work:

• Work with your employer, health care provider, and the WSCC to identify suitable work and create a RTW plan; and
• Contact WSCC as soon as you and your employer identify suitable work to discuss it with your Case Manager.

Check-in:

• Meet regularly with your employer to discuss progress, concerns, etc.;
• Make any necessary adjustments to the RTW plan;
• Continue to attend medical and rehabilitation appointments; and
• Continue to maintain contact with your WSCC Case Manager to discuss progress.

Completion:

• You recover and return to pre-injury job duties or new permanent modified duties.