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You are a certified return-to-work case manager at WidgIT, a company that manufactures computer parts. WidgIT has a disability management program with a successful track record of achieving its goals of early intervention and sustained return to work. In fact, the company has been nationally recognized for its disability management program. Tyler, one of WidgIT's employees, sustained injuries to his back and leg after being pinned between two pieces of equipment. You intervened right away and have helped Tyler get immediate and sustained medical treatment and helped him navigate the necessary documents to file for compensation. He's now been off work for five weeks. Tyler has been completely out of touch for three weeks, ever since you indicated that you'd like to have contact with his physician. You have tried reaching him by phone and email, but he does not return your calls or messages. You are now worried that Tyler has become suspicious and has disengaged in the process. What do you do?

Answer these question:

Best Practice in Disability Management Apply four of the best practices to the case study. Provide a clear explanation for each of the best practices. Manage Disability and Return-to-Work Provide a clear explanation of the individualized return-to-work program for Tyler. Include a clear identification of the role he performed in the workplace prior to the accident. Identify accommodations that would be required. Identify training required Identify Tyler's capabilities, workplace demands upon his capabilities and include relevant timeframes Overcoming Return to Work Barriers Identify FOUR possible return-to-work barriers. Explain potential barriers to return-to-work for Tyler Apply ways of overcoming return-to-work barriers to Tyler's circumstances. Conclusion?