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How to Manage Sickies!

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Page 1: Managing "sickies"

How to Manage Sickies!

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Myth - I can’t do anything about sickiesFact – you can manage sickies!

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Frequent Absence

Set clear expectations from the beginningNo text messaging – must call their managerReturn to work discussionRecord and monitorBe consistentMedical CertificatesIf attendance poor and/or pattern of leave – raise it promptly!

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Still no improvement?

Formal process requiredApproach will vary based on the problemSeek advice

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Long Term Absence

Clauses in AgreementMedical examinationsTermination due to incapacity

Keep in contactWork with ACC case manager or DoctorOffer light dutiesReturn to work plan – for illness alsoUltimately can terminate – but must follow robust reasonable processSeek advice

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Next Steps

Contact Grow HR for any further information and assistance 06 858 5454