Vocational Rehabilitation — Insurance Claims Definition
Workers Comp
Services to help an injured worker return to suitable employment, including retraining and job placement.
States fund vocational rehab benefits differently — some mandatory, some voluntary. Plans may include education, job search, and ergonomic assessments.
Examples
A worker cannot return to roofing; WC pays for a certification program in HVAC service with wage subsidies during training.
Common Mistakes
Refusing good-faith suitable work offers can terminate benefits. Underestimating time to complete retraining programs.
