Event Roundup: Unlocking Work Ability – Mastering the WRI and WEIS in Vocational Rehabilitation

Event Roundup: Unlocking Work Ability – Mastering the WRI and WEIS in Vocational Rehabilitation

On 27th January, vocational rehabilitation professionals, occupational therapists, and multidisciplinary team members gathered online for a highly practical and interactive webinar, “Unlocking Work Ability: Mastering the WRI and WEIS in Vocational Rehabilitation.” The session was expertly led by Lisa Harrison, a seasoned occupational therapist and director at Rehab Jigsaw Ltd.

Event Highlights

Lisa Harrison guided attendees through two essential tools in vocational rehabilitation:

• Worker Role Interview (WRI): Participants explored this structured tool, which assesses psychosocial and environmental factors influencing the return to work.
• Work Environment Impact Scale (WEIS): The session also covered this key assessment, which evaluates how workplace factors affect well-being and job satisfaction.

Both tools, rooted in the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO), were discussed in depth, with Lisa providing evidence-based insights to enhance person-centred rehabilitation and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Key Takeaways

Attendees learned:

• How to use the WRI to assess return-to-work potential and rehabilitation needs.
• The role of the WEIS in identifying environmental barriers and facilitators.
• Practical applications of both tools to improve vocational rehabilitation outcomes.

Lisa shared valuable strategies from over 25 years of experience, equipping participants with practical approaches to support clients returning to work and enriching their clinical toolkits with structured assessments.

Accessing the Recordings

For those who missed the live event or wish to revisit the content, recordings are available for purchase from the VRA. Please contact the admin team to obtain access.

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