LETTER 9 – STIIP OR REHABILITATIVE EMPLOYMENT TRIAL EXTENSION

This letter may be used to extend an employee’s Short Term Illness and Injury (STIIP) or Long Term Disability (LTD) rehabilitative employment trial.

PLEASE NOTE

The language in this DRAFT letter is intended for use only as a model. Each case is unique and specific language will be required in every instance. Any italicized and bolded text or any text between these two symbols < > needs to be removed or replaced appropriately for each case. Your own ministry letterhead must be used.

PLEASE NOTE

It is important to note that timely distribution of all cc’s allows for accurate payment to your employee and prevents overpayments. The cc’s notify parties to make entries as required that affect your employee’s pay. Your Early Intervention & Return to Work Specialist can assist you with identifying the cc recipients.

Your Early Intervention & Return to Work Specialist is available to provide advice - please discuss this letter with them.

<Date>

<Employee’s name>

<Employee’s address>

Dear <Employee>:

Re: Extension of your Short Term Illness and Injury (STIIP) Trial> OR

<Extension of your Long Term Disability (LTD) Rehabilitative Trial>

This is to advise that on the recommendations of <the Rehabilitation Committee> <your attending physician> <Occupational Health Programs> your LTD rehabilitative employment trial has been extended to date.

OR

This is to advise that on the recommendations of<the Rehabilitation Committee> <your attending physician> <Occupational Health Programs>your STIIP trial has been extended to <date>.

<If applicable, list any changes to the trial, e.g. increase in duties; hours per day, days per week.>

All other conditions as outlined in our original letter of <date of original trial letter>(see attached) will remain the same.

I will continue to actively work with you to review and assess your ability to perform the assigned duties. This trial period will also provide you, your doctors and Occupational Health Programs Staff with an opportunity to ensure your recovery continues while you readjust to your work tasks. It may be necessary to amend the conditions of the return to work trial to assist you in your return to work. Regular updates from your doctor or Occupational Health Programs may be required.

I would like to extend my best wishes for a successful trial return to work. Please feel free to contact me for further information or assistance. I may be reached at telephone number.

Yours truly,

<Supervisor’s Name>

<Title>

Attachment

cc:Great West Life (only if this is an LTD trial. Send via e-mail to )

<Name>, Early Intervention & Return to Work Specialist, Occupational Health and Rehabilitation, BC Public Service Agency