Empowering Your Future With Tacoma Vocational Retraining Attorneys
After suffering a catastrophic injury in a workplace accident, it may no longer be possible for you to perform your original job. With the help of vocational training programs, you can gain a new skill set that adapts to your disability while qualifying you for gainful employment.
Our Tacoma vocational retraining attorneys at Smith Duran Law help injured workers with vocational retraining and other workplace injury needs. They provide personalized assistance to ensure that you receive the benefits and support you need, and our team offers services in both English and Spanish.
What Is Vocational Retraining?
Vocational retraining is a program designed to help injured workers develop new skills and find alternative employment when they can no longer perform their previous jobs due to their injuries. This is a major factor in Washington workers’ compensation claims, and our lawyers can help you pursue the opportunity to regain your financial independence.
What Is The Role Of Your Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor?
A vocational rehabilitation counselor (VRC) plays a crucial role in your retraining process. A VRC helps you through the process of your retraining program, guiding you through your job search and providing you with continuous support throughout the entire journey.
How Does The Vocational Retraining Process Work?
After your injury, it is important to understand what lies ahead of you on the vocational retraining path. When you start this journey, you can expect the following steps:
- Initial assessment: If you qualify for vocational retraining, your VRC will assess your skills, interests and job market opportunities.
- Developing a plan: The VRC will help you create a retraining plan tailored to your needs. This plan must be approved by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I).
- Training options: You can choose to follow an L&I-approved training plan (option 1) or develop your own plan (option 2). If you choose option 2, then you will receive a vocational award and training funds.
- Implementing the plan: Once the plan is approved, the VRC will guide you through the training process, including job readiness and placement services.
- Completion and follow-up: After you complete the training, the VRC will assist with job placement and ensure that you are prepared to reenter the workforce.
While this process may seem complex, your VRC will be with you to assist you, and the reward of gainful employment for completing it is well worth the effort.
Start The Process Of Returning To Work
Our Tacoma vocational retraining attorneys offer their services in English and Spanish. They are here to guide you through the vocational retraining process and help you get back on your feet after a workplace injury. If you are ready to meet with them, call us at 877-557-5144 or email us here to schedule your initial consultation today.