Maree's story
Together, create a clear path forward
Returning to work is a journey that looks different for everyone. Having a plan can help workers, employers, health practitioners and support people understand what support is needed, what comes next and how progress will be reviewed. Working together helps create clarity, builds confidence and supports a safe and sustainable return to work.
What does ‘keep planning’ look like?
Talking about recovery goals, discussing suitable work options, identifying support needs and reviewing progress together can help everyone stay aligned throughout recovery. Plans may change as recovery progresses, but having a shared understanding of the next steps can help keep recovery moving forward.
Why keeping a plan matters:
- creates shared goals and expectations
- helps everyone understand their role
- breaks recovery into manageable steps
- >builds confidence in the journey ahead
- supports meaningful work as part of recovery where appropriate
- helps everyone adapt when recovery needs and circumstances change
- supports positive recovery and sustainable return to work outcomes.
- If I’m an injured worker
- If I’m an employer
Employer's legal obligations during return to work
Occupational rehabilitation provider: Return to work roles
When you don’t have any suitable duties
When a worker is unfit for all duties
Planning your worker's return to work
Important return to work information template
Return to work arrangements (includes proposed suitable or pre-injury employment)
A practical guide to return to work for employers
Keep working together toward recovery
Keep talking
Stay connected throughout recovery.
Keep at it
Work towards recovery goals together.
Return to work
Getting back to work is a key part to getting back to life. Keep talking. Keep planning. Keep at it.
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