Initially, while on an approved sick leave and long term disability claim, your position is held for you. The length of time your job is held varies depending on your collective agreement or terms of employment, but typically your job will be held between 19 and 24 months while on an long term disability claim.
Your position may be posted temporarily by your department, on a relief basis, while you are away.
If you are unable to return to your previous role due to permanent medical limitations or restrictions related to your illness or injury, you may be eligible for a medical accommodation. If eligible, you must participate in Fraser Health's work accommodation process which will assist in identifying potential options for returning to work in a job that you are both capable and qualified to perform. Contact your assigned absence and disability management team member for more information regarding this.
Upon your return, if your job becomes unavailable to you due to department changes, your absence and disability management team member or your union representative (if applicable) will be able to help you understand the available options for you to return to work.