Workers Compensation Glossary

Glossary of Workers' Compensation Law Terms

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Vocational & return to work counselor: If you have a permanent disability, this is the person that will help you develop a strategy for returning to work. This person will evaluate you and provide necessary counseling. 

Vocational rehabilitation: If you are permanently unable to do your usual job, and your employer does not offer other work, you may qualify for this benefit. It may include job placement counseling, retraining and a vocational rehabilitation maintenance allowance.