Sick Leave & Reintegration
Long-term absenteeism due to illness is stressful for both your company and your employees. Legislation (the Gatekeeper Improvement Act) prescribes a strict procedure – and errors result in wage sanctions from the UWV (Employee Insurance Agency). Gesprek met Personeel (Review with Personnel) builds the file, coordinates with the Occupational Health and Safety Service, and oversees the reintegration process from start to finish.
What does the collaboration look like?
Step 1
Intake & Analysis
We assess the current situation: how long is the employee sick, what has already been done, and where is the file stuck? We immediately identify the risks of wage sanctions.
Step 2
Implementation & Advice
We provide structure: building files, maintaining deadlines, coordinating contact with the Occupational Health and Safety Service, and developing a reintegration plan that complies with legislation.
Step 3
Result & Assurance
The reintegration process is complete – the employee has returned to work or the file has been properly closed. No unnecessary fines, no objections from the Employee Insurance Agency (UWV).
Why Gesprek met Personeel?
Experience with dozens of absenteeism cases – we know the pitfalls of the law. Proactive: we warn you before it's too late. Pragmatic consultation: not just filling out paperwork, but also facilitating the actual conversation with your employee. A dedicated point of contact: you always speak to the same person.
Case study 1
A business owner had an employee who had been sick for six months without a complete file. A UWV sanction was imminent. We reviewed the file, completed the missing steps, and prevented the sanction.
Case study 2
A small company had an employee dispute that resulted in illness. We managed both the absenteeism case and the mediation – and the employee returned to work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is a wage sanction and how do I prevent it?
The UWV can impose a sanction if you don't cooperate sufficiently with reintegration. We always keep your file up to date to prevent this from happening.
When should I draw up a reintegration plan?
A plan or problem analysis must be ready no later than the 6th week after reporting sick.
What happens if my employee never returns?
We then guide you through the entire process, from dismissal for organizational reasons to a WIA application – completely correct and risk-free.
Don't walk around with questions.
An initial telephone consultation is always without obligation and free of charge.
Available on weekdays between 09:00 – 18:00.
