Studies show that injured workers who are supported are 3 times more likely to get back to work. So, what does this mean and why is it that…
Like guilt being an unhelpful emotion, blame can be an unhelpful action. As a return to work professional I come across many barriers that prevent people from returning…
In Employee, Employer, Return to Work
What does ‘Work From Home’ mean for injured workers?
Posted on August 6, 2020
If you are an injured worker returning to work on a plan or graduated return to work plan or you are an employer providing duties to a worker…
In Employee, Employer, Return to Work
Supporting a loved one following a Workplace injury
Posted on July 20, 2020
When someone you love is injured at work, the level of support you provide to them can become a crucial part of their return to work and recovery.…
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5 things children can teach us with our Return to Work.
Posted on June 24, 2020
"Above all, be the heroine of your life, not the victim." - Nora Ephron One of my favourite things to do is watch my children. I love watching…
In Employee, Employer, Return to Work
Maintaining our values when dealing with WorkCover and Return to Work
Posted on June 10, 2020
What are values and what happens to them when we become injured or start dealing with WorkCover? Our values are the fundamental beliefs of what we believe to…
In Employee, Employer, Return to Work
Removing the stigma attached to Workcover
Posted on June 3, 2020
Most people do not intentionally set out to get injured at work, so for a lot of people the decision to lodge a claim in the first place…
WorkSafe are the administrators of Victoria's Worker's Compensation insurance scheme. They appoint Agents to manage WorkCover insurance for employers on their behalf. Agents provide expert advice and support…
Is there such a thing as being passionate about WorkCover and Return to Work? Can people really commit to helping people return to work? Or is it more…
In Employee, Employer, Featured, Return to Work
What is an ORP and what do we do?
Posted on May 13, 2020
Occupational Rehabilitation Providers (ORP), sometimes referred to as Rehabilitation Consultants, are return to work professionals experienced in dealing with workplace injuries and helping people return to safe and…