Return to Work Support in Victoria, BC

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Navigate Your Return to Work with Occupational Therapy

Returning to work after a long break due to health changes can feel like stepping into uncharted territory. You might be worried about answering intrusive questions, managing new and old symptoms, or even doubting your readiness. This is where Occupational Therapy becomes your greatest ally, guiding you toward workplace readiness with compassion and expertise.

Why Your Return Matters

  • The Importance of Timing: The longer you're away from work, the tougher it becomes to step back in. Balancing your readiness with a timely return is essential.

  • Health Implications: Extended absence from work can negatively affect your health. A structured return helps restore routine, reduces social isolation, and mitigates other adverse effects.

  • Success Rates: If your initial return-to-work (RTW) attempt doesn’t go as planned, research shows you’re 50% less likely to return successfully in the future. That’s why it’s so important to have a Gradual Return to Work (GRTW) plan that’s grounded in clinical evidence, ensuring it's the right moment for you to step back into the workplace.

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Graded Treatment - Tailored for You

Our occupational therapists conduct a holistic assessment to understand how your symptoms might impact your work performance. We tackle concerns like handling work environments, dealing with nosy coworkers, and creating an appropriate GRTW plan together.

Customized Treatment Approach

  1. Evidence-Based Treatment: We first treat any symptoms or functional concerns which are barriers to starting to prepare for a GRTW. For example, if you are sleeping only a few hours a night, we will focus on sleep treatment prior to planning a return to work.

  2. Work Simulation and Hardening: Gradually, we replicate tasks or environments that mirror your job's challenges to build your confidence. We monitor your symptom response to assess your tolerance, as well as your performance.

  3. Job Site Visits: When appropriate, we conduct onsite visits to confirm job demands, explore opportunities for modifications in a GRTW, and tackle problems in advance.

  4. Collaborative GRTW Plan: We work closely with you, your team, and your employer to craft a realistic gradual return to work plan. Regular weekly check-ins ensure that your progress is on track, with adjustments made as needed.

Let's Start Your Path Back

You're not alone in this journey. Together we will build a graded approach (think climbing a staircase instead of taking a huge leap into RTW). Book in for a discovery call today.

Are you off work due to a car accident or workplace injury? Our OTs are approved providers with WSBC, ICBC, VAC, and several LTD funders if you have an open claim.

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