Decision Tree
Decision Tree
Do you want to return to work?
Never Unsure Yes
Are you returning to your previous employer?
No Yes
Volunteer Opportunities
- Employment readiness checklist
- Same Employer/Same Employment
Who do I contact at my previous employer?
- Human Resources Occupational
- Health Department
- Management or supervisor
*Not all Employers have an Occupational Health Department
Yes
Tips for Talking to Employers
Tax Benefits / Resources
Community Support
- Return to Work Resources
- Short-term/Long-term/Social Security Disability
No
Options
- Employment Readiness Checklist
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Return to Work Resources
- Self Employment
- Alternative Employment /Volunteering
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