Navigating Extended Medical Leave
A Human Resources Simulation
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Steve is going on leave...
Steve, one of the employees at your organization, has just informed you that he will need to go on an extended leave to recover from surgery. In this simulation, you will help guide Steve in preparing for his absence.
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How will you respond?
Steve:
Can you please provide documentation from your healthcare provider regarding the surgery and the recommended recovery timeline?
Did you consider how this will affect your workload and your colleagues?
I need to take an extended medical leave for my surgery scheduled in December, and I’ll need to recover for about 3-5 weeks. Can you please guide me on the company's leave policy so that everything is ready while I’m out?
Is there anything you'd like to share about your surgery or recovery process that you feel comfortable discussing?
Steve:
How do you respond?
Can you try to get the surgery done sooner to minimize your time off?
Certainly. I'm in the process of obtaining the necessary medical documentation, and I'll submit it to HR promptly.
Do you have any questions or concerns regarding the submission process, or is there anything you need assistance with?
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Always assume positive intent when discussing delicate topics with an employee. If they ask for assistance with managing their load while away, be ready to help to the best of your ability. However, assuming that the employee has not considered the impact of their actions may come across as insensitive.
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Please try again
When discussing something personal like sick leave, employees may share their experiences as they feel comfortable. However, you should keep the conversation professional when discussing topics such as medical leave with employees.
Retry
please try again
;When helping someone navigate delicate topics such as sick leave, make sure to keep the conversation professional and approach the situation with sensitivity.
Retry
Great job!
You helped Steve get ready for his extended medical leave. Thank goodness he didn't have too many questions! When helping others prepare for medical leave, make sure you offer to explain the relevant company policies to them and provide any necessary assistance with finding a replacement during their absence. WW
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Navigating Extended Medical Leave
A Human Resources Simulation
Start
Click PREVIEW to interact with the buttons and learn more about the structure and tips.
Steve is going on leave...
Steve, one of the employees at your organization, has just informed you that he will need to go on an extended leave to recover from surgery. In this simulation, you will help guide Steve in preparing for his absence.
Click here to begin
How will you respond?
Steve:
Can you please provide documentation from your healthcare provider regarding the surgery and the recommended recovery timeline?
Did you consider how this will affect your workload and your colleagues?
I need to take an extended medical leave for my surgery scheduled in December, and I’ll need to recover for about 3-5 weeks. Can you please guide me on the company's leave policy so that everything is ready while I’m out?
Is there anything you'd like to share about your surgery or recovery process that you feel comfortable discussing?
Steve:
How do you respond?
Can you try to get the surgery done sooner to minimize your time off?
Certainly. I'm in the process of obtaining the necessary medical documentation, and I'll submit it to HR promptly.
Do you have any questions or concerns regarding the submission process, or is there anything you need assistance with?
Please try again
Always assume positive intent when discussing delicate topics with an employee. If they ask for assistance with managing their load while away, be ready to help to the best of your ability. However, assuming that the employee has not considered the impact of their actions may come across as insensitive.
Retry
Please try again
When discussing something personal like sick leave, employees may share their experiences as they feel comfortable. However, you should keep the conversation professional when discussing topics such as medical leave with employees.
Retry
please try again
;When helping someone navigate delicate topics such as sick leave, make sure to keep the conversation professional and approach the situation with sensitivity.
Retry
Great job!
You helped Steve get ready for his extended medical leave. Thank goodness he didn't have too many questions! When helping others prepare for medical leave, make sure you offer to explain the relevant company policies to them and provide any necessary assistance with finding a replacement during their absence. WW
Retry
Lorem ipsum dolor
Consectetur adipiscing elit
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod.
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