riwc janet tinson wrc presentation final
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WorkInclusion in the Context of the NZ ACC Scheme
23rd Rehabilitation International World Congress 25 to 27 October
Edinburgh 2016
Outline1. Background to ACC
2. Benefits of work
3. Principles applied related to work
4. Work-related support for people with disabilities
5. How we are doing, and the challenges
6. Future direction and call for action
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Copyright (c) ACC Author/Unit
ACC background: no fault
Covers everyone
Benefits of work
Principles: Work• Early intervention and better at
work• Partnership based on individual
needs• Person centred approach
evolving to a person directed • Bio-psycho-social, multi-
disciplinary approach
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Work Related Support Case Management
3rd party providers & services
How we are doing?All Workers:90% independent by 6 months across all claims. Disability:Part-time paid employment 13%Full-time paid employment 12%TOTAL in paid employment 25%Hours worked have increased 6% in 2016
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Author/Unit
As at 10 September 2016. Base of ACC clients with a disability who are of workforce age (18-64 years) and are capable of working 5+ hours a week
Thank youFor further information please contact me on [email protected]
Telephone 0064 6 7590714
Challenges & Conclusions