Register today! Vocational Provider Conference on July 10
Return to Work Partnerships is excited to host the Vocational Provider Conference: Turning Barriers into Breakthroughs, July 10. Register today and join us to learn, network, and receive updates.
The in-person event is open to all vocational rehabilitation providers serving Washington workers in state fund or self-insured vocational services.
The conference will be from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at L&I headquarters, 7273 Linderson Way SW, Tumwater, WA 98501.
Seating is limited, register today:
- Each participant must register to secure a seat. Register no later than June 15. A waitlist will be available once registration has met maximum capacity.
- If you require accommodation or service to fully participate, please email the vocational conference mailbox no later than June 15. Please let us know ASAP if you’re unable to come so that we can open up the waiting list and minimize empty seats on the day of the conference.
- The conference will be in person, with no virtual or hybrid options.
- We have applied for CEUs for CDMS and CRC. Credits are dependent on attendance.
The day will feature messages from L&I leaders and updates on Washington workers’ compensation trends, legislative changes, and worker-centric recovery strategies. Best practices will be shared for leveraging the new Skill Enhancement Training (SET) incentive and working collaboratively with partners across the system.
You will leave with insights on improving outcomes for injured workers and elevating professional practices across the vocational rehabilitation community.
Coffee, tea, and water will be provided throughout the day. Attendees should plan to make their own lunch arrangements. A list of nearby dining options will be included in the conference packet.
Visit with subject matter experts to learn more about important supportive programs at the vendor booth showcase, 7-8 a.m. and during the lunch break.
Conference topics
- 2026 Washington Workers Compensation Overview: Key trends and insights
- Advancing the Worker-centric Model: Strategies for timely, collaborative, and effective vocational recovery
- Legislative Session Updates: What’s new?
- Evolution of Skill Enhancement Training: What we’ve learned and where we are going
- Strategic Partners: Supporting effective collaboration
- Light Duty Complaint Resolution Office (LDCRO)
- Option 2
- Claim Resolution Settlements
Questions? Email the vocational conference mailbox.
This memo will be posted to L&I’s “What’s New for Vocational Counselors” web page.
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