Worker's Comp - Building a Stronger Return to Work Process and Culture

Learn from the industry pros - the employer-advocate experts from L&I whose purpose is to help employers help employees return to work after a workplace injury - to create a smoother, stronger return to work process.

The L&I Early Return to Work Consultation team will dive into practical tools to reduce claim costs, avoid delays, boost your return-to-work game and build a positive safety culture!

You’ll learn how to prepare before injuries happen, communicate clearly throughout the claim process, and create effective light duty roles and job offers. This event is all about sharing tips, tricks, and building a positive workplace culture that supports your team every step of the way. Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and level up your worker's comp game!

Mindy Jackson: Mindy has 22 years of experience in Vocational Rehabilitation, including 12 years as a counselor for the state of Utah and 10 years with the Department of Labor and Industries. She holds a Master’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from Utah State University and currently supervises the Early Return to Work program in Kennewick.

Lauri Cousineau: Lauri has 20+ years of vocational experience in Eastern Washington. She helps employers with light duty programs, promoting faster recovery and a healthier, more productive workforce. She serves the Kennewick, Richland, Pasco, Prosser, Moses Lake, Walla Walla, and Clarkston areas.

SHRM Blue Mountain is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. Eligible for 1 SHRM PDC.

This program has been approved for 1 HR (General) recertification credit hour toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™, and SPHRi™ recertification through the HR Certification Institute.

Info: Learning Objectives:
-Understanding why having a Return to Work Culture helps your business.
-How to prepare before injury occurs.
-How to communicate on all parties involved in the claim.
-Create a light duty position description and a solid job offer letter.
-Benefits of an ERTWC consultation.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Columbia REA/Columbia iConnect, 2929 Melrose Street, Walla Walla, United States

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