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Workers' Compensation Division (WCD)

a vocational consultant   
503-947-7816   

For vocational providers   
Our goal is to provide a "one-stop-shopping" resource for vocational assistance providers. If you don't find what you are looking for, please let us know!   
Rehabilitation Review Unit phone and e-mail list    

Occupational Information - Resources for identifying suitable vocational goals and preparing substantial handicap evaluations.   

The WCD “Training Plans Completed” report lists all the training plans that Oregon injured workers have completed during the past two years. The report includes vocational goals and expected return-to-work wages by geographic area.   
The Employment Department's Oregon Labor Market Information System (OLMIS), where you can obtain information about wages and availability of employment opportunities, region-by-region and statewide.   
The U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET Online, which provides comprehensive information on key attributes and characteristics of workers and occupations.   
The U.S. Department of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT).    

Rules

OAR Chapter 436, Division 120 - Vocational Assistance to Injured Workers    
OAR Chapter 436, Division 060 - Claims Administration    

Bulletins

Bulletin 112    
Bulletin 124    
Bulletin 151    

PRO Q&A - Answers to questions we have been asked, by topic   

Adjusted weekly wage   

Availability in Oregon   

Insurer's refusal to pay for vocational services   

Mileage reimbursement during a training program   

Modified work   

Newly accepted condition   

Preferred Worker Program   

Retired worker   

Suitably employed for 60 days   

Temporary/seasonal versus permanent, year-round employment   

Vocational closure report   


Requirements and standards for vocational providers

Authorization as a vocational assistance provider    
Certification requirements for vocational assistance professionals    
Classifications of vocational assistance staff    
Professional standards for authorized vocational assistance providers and certified individuals    
Request for Approval of Training Program    
Sanctions of authorized vocational assistance providers and certified individuals    
Vocational Assistance Certification Program Individual Certification under OAR 436-120    

Resources

Oregon Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (OARP)    
Recorded Training Sessions available for viewing    
Resources for Vocational Counselors (2978)    
Retraining winners    
Return to work process flowchart    
Return to work statistics and reports    

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If you have questions about the information contained in this document, please contact a vocational consultant, 503-947-7816.


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