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WGA Re-integration Obligation in Utrecht

Discover the WGA re-integration obligation in Utrecht: your obligations, UWV support, plan content, and local assistance via Rechtbank Midden-Nederland and Juridisch Loket.

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What is the WGA Re-integration Obligation in Utrecht?

The WGA re-integration obligation requires recipients of a WGA benefit in Utrecht to actively work towards restoring their earning capacity. Recorded in the Work and Income according to Labour Capacity Act (Wet Werk en Inkomen naar Arbeidsvermogen, WWIA), this UWV policy supports your return to work, even in cases of partial disability. In Utrecht, the UWV office coordinates this process locally.

Legal Basis and Local Application

The obligation is regulated in the WWIA, specifically:

  • Article 44 WWIA: Treatment of disabled persons and re-integration obligation.
  • Article 45 WWIA: Cooperation with UWV Utrecht and acceptance of support.
  • Article 46 WWIA: UWV preparation of a tailored re-integration plan.
  • Article 47 WWIA: Sanctions for non-compliance.
The WIA designates UWV Utrecht as the supervisor. In case of disputes, you can go to the Rechtbank Midden-Nederland, Vrouwe Justitiaplein 1, Utrecht, or the Juridisch Loket Utrecht, Catharijnesingel 55 for free advice.

Concrete Implementation of the WGA Re-integration Obligation

In Utrecht, this means active cooperation in recovery and return to work, including:

  • Participation in local training, coaching, or trial placements.
  • Cooperation with UWV Utrecht, occupational health physician, and healthcare providers.
  • Compliance with re-integration plan recommendations.
  • Reporting changes in health to UWV.
This applies even in cases of partial fitness, with a focus on alternative work in the region.

Responsibilities in Utrecht

Key parties:

  • UWV Utrecht: Plan preparation and coordination.
  • Occupational health physician: Assessment of earning capacity.
  • Re-integration agency: Job search assistance and trial work in Utrecht.
  • Employer: Involvement in return to work, in accordance with track 1/2.

Content of the Re-integration Plan in Utrecht

UWV Utrecht prepares a personal plan including:

  • Labour analysis: Physical/mental capacities.
  • Objectives: Suitable work or health improvement.
  • Activities: Training, application assistance, work trials.
  • Timeline with milestones.
  • Division of tasks between you/UWV.
Regular evaluation at Catharijnesingel.

Examples of Re-integration in Utrecht

Practice:

  • Work trials: Trial with Utrecht employers to test fitness.
  • Training: Local courses in IT, communication, or occupational skills.
  • Application guidance: CV assistance, interview training, and vacancy search via UWV Utrecht.
  • Networking events: Events for work contacts in the region.
  • Health programs: Physiotherapy or therapy via local partners.
Non-cooperation risks sanctions; for questions: Juridisch Loket Utrecht.