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This section contains overview information on the different kinds of referrals sent to vocational providers. Specific requirements can be found in Chapter 296-19A (www.leg.wa.gov).
Early Intervention
Early intervention by vocational services can help an injured worker return to work, or continue to work for the employer of injury or their current employer.
Ability-to-Work Assessment
This assessment provides the claim manager information necessary to make a decision regarding an injured worker's employability or eligibility for voc rehab. It may also help injured workers plan for the future by identifying their return-to-work options.
Plan Development
Vocational plan development provides a rationale for identifying strategies to achieve:
- Occupational goal,
- Time and costs involved,
- Documentation that supports the goal, and
- Responsibilities of the parties.
The vocational provider works with the injured worker in the development of the plan.
Plan Monitoring
Vocational plan implementation and monitoring services assist an injured or ill worker in successfully completing a vocational rehabilitation plan.
Forensic Evaluations
This is used when an adjudicator requires a comprehensive evaluation of a claim to clarify vocational issues. It is also used to make a determination whether a deceased worker was totally and permanently disabled at the time of death.
Stand-Alone Job Analysis
This referral type is used when L&I needs job analysis information to adjudicate a claim.
