If an Employee is ceased does it affect their WorkCover Entitlement?
Section 155A of the Accident Compensation Act 1985 requires employers keep an injured worker’s position open for 12 months from the date of claim’s acceptance. If the worker has a current work capacity during this period the employer must provide suitable employment. Termination of a worker’s employment does not cease the employee’s entitlement to receive WorkCover weekly benefits. Schools HR Services (contact number 1800 641 943) is responsible for the payment of weekly benefits to ceased employees. If a school is aware that a WorkCover claimant with an ongoing entitlement to weekly compensation payments employment will or has ceased, they should contact Schools HR Services to provide leave and payroll details to ensure the WorkCover claimant continues to receive their weekly compensation payments in accordance with the legislation.
