EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT:

Job Placement Assistance

If you’re being sent to Vocational Consulting for Job Placement Assistance, it means you need to find a job, and you might also need a refresher on how to find a job, or what finding a job even looks like these days. We’re here to help you get back to work. 

That means finding a job that: follows the limits your doctor has set for you, uses the skills you already have, and is in your area. Our number one goal is helping you return to work, whether it’s your old job, a modified version of it, or a new role that matches your abilities. We’re here to support and guide you every step of the way.

What We Look At:

Finding the Right Job:

We search for job opportunities with local employers that match what you can do. We then pass this information along to you. Throughout this process, we’ll with you regularly to talk about your job search, answer your questions, give you feedback, and help you with your job applications.


Our Three-Part Plan for Success:

  1. Building Your Resume: We help you put together a strong resume that shows off your skills and experience.

  2. Practicing Interviews: We run through practice interviews with you so you know what to expect. We offer real-time feedback to help you improve.

  3. Following Up on Job Leads: You will be required to look for job opportunities on your own and keep track of your contacts. This way, you build the skills to find work on your own in the future.


Continued Support:

Once you land a job, we’re still here. We’ll continue checking in with you and your employer to make sure you’re working safely. Our goal is to help you succeed both now and in the future.

What to Expect

We work hard to make sure our appointments start on time. Please come to your appointment with your forms filled out, or plan to arrive 10 minutes early if you need help filling out your forms.

Your Forms

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Some of the services you receive will require that you meet with us. Others happen completely behind the scenes.

    Vocational Evaluations — Usually this is a one time appointment - In-person in our Norman or Tulsa office. Occasionally a follow-up meeting is scheduled and this will be discussed in the appointment based on your specific situation.

    Job-Placement Assistance — Ongoing meetings – A combination of virtual and in-person in our OKC or Tulsa office

    Vocational Case Management — Ongoing meetings – Usually virtual

    Light-Duty Consultation — No action needed from you

    Labor Market Survey — No action needed from you

    Ergonomic Analysis — No action needed from you

  • No. If someone comes with you, they are not allowed to participate in the evaluation and may be asked to wait in the waiting room.

  • We won’t be doing any physical tests, so you may wear whatever you’re comfortable in.

    If you're coming in for interview prep, you’ll be instructed ahead of time to wear the clothes you’d wear to an interview.

  • Because this has been requested as part of your workers’ compensation case, you’ll need to ask your legal counsel. But just remember, we’re here to help you!

  • Your legal counsel will have already provided your medical and injury reports. You can bring your resume if you have one. Make sure to bring all requested forms sent to you specifically for this appointment.

  • During your first appointment, we’ll go through the paperwork to make sure we have a good understanding of your injury, treatment, abilities, ongoing symptoms, and past work history and skills. We’ll do some tests and activities to determine options for your future.

  • Appointments usually last 1.5 to 2 hours.

  • Your legal counsel will have already provided your medical and injury reports. You can bring your resume if you have one. Make sure to bring all requested forms.

  • The first thing we’re going to look at are jobs in the local economy that are performed within the permanent restrictions issued by your treating physician. Then we determine the skills you already have and the training you need for those positions. We’ll ask about what kind of jobs you would like to have and see if there are options that work for you.

  • Generally, this evaluation is paid for by the insurance carrier. Throughout the process, you will not be asked to pay us.  If you have any questions about payment, your legal counsel can help answer them.

  • No. This is part of your overall workers’ compensation case. While we are rehabilitation and/or licensed practical counselors, we do not provide therapeutic counseling in this specific setting. We’ll talk more about this during your first meeting.

  • You are always welcome to call and ask questions about how we came to our conclusions and recommendations. If your situation changes, we can be provided updated medical records and reassess those changes.