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Return to Work

We have industry-recognised skills in successfully supporting return to work outcomes in a cost-effective way.

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Local Return to Work Services

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Getting back to work after injury or illness in a safe and timely way is paramount for our clients. It also benefits employers to have a well planned and implemented return to work program. For some people the primary need might be a workstation assessment and prescription of an appropriate chair. For others, returning to shift work in factory or hospital environment feels like they are finally getting back to their old self.

Coastal Rehab’s team of occupational therapists have industry-recognised skills in successfully supporting return to work outcomes in a cost-effective way.

Whatever the work environment, the keys to success are:

  • Early communication with treatment providers;
  • A sound understanding of the work environment and workplace culture;
  • Identifying barriers to a successful return to work such as relationship difficulties amongst team members.
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A carefully graded return to work program requires successful team work with the client, employer, and treatment team focused on:

  • Well matched suitable duties
  • Appropriate hours and days of work to match the clients capacities
  • Implementation of strategies by the client for managing pain and movement limitations
  • Removing the barrier of transportation
  • Specialised driving assessment may be required for some injured workers, such as truck drivers, or where vehicle modifications are required.

At Coastal Rehab, we recommend that a home or office visit is conducted within 7 to 10 days of a workplace injury. This tangible support and education helps to shorten the length of time off work and reduce the risk of secondary problems such as anxiety and depression.

With a clear picture of the job demands, a customised graduated return to work plan can be designed to avoid failure and to empower the injured worker. The best return to work outcomes are achieved when the absence duration is minimised and trusted support is provided.

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