The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) plays a vital role in ensuring workplace safety and recovery for injured employees across New South Wales. In response to the challenges posed by COVID?19 and the evolving needs of businesses, SIRA has rolled out new initiatives designed to strengthen both worker recovery and employer support.
Key Programs
1. JobCover6
- Provides financial incentives for employers who hire injured workers.
- Covers up to six months of wage subsidies, helping businesses manage costs while supporting recovery.
- Encourages long?term employment opportunities for workers returning after injury.
2. Connect2work
- Offers short?term work placements with host employers.
- Designed for workers whose pre?injury employer cannot provide suitable duties due to COVID?19 or restructuring.
- Helps workers maintain skills, confidence, and employability while recovering.
3. Transition to Work & Training Programs
- Supports workers seeking new career paths through vocational training.
- Provides funding for courses and skill development to improve employability.
4. Recover at Work Assist (Small Business)
- Tailored for businesses with fewer than 19 employees.
- Offers financial and practical support to help small businesses meet workers compensation obligations.
SIRA’s JobCover6 and Connect2work programs support workers with compensation claims to find new roles during COVID?19.
These programs support recovery and job seeking, with Connect2work providing short?term placements when pre?injury employers lack suitable work due to COVID?19.
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Source: Sate Insurance regulatory Authority (SIRA)
Title: JobCover 6 & Connect 2 Work
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