Working with cancer: Employer Guidelines
Understanding the needs of an employee with cancer and managing their day-to-day worklife helps not only the person facing cancer, but their colleagues and organisation too.
Our resources below give workplace employers and colleagues tips on how to support someone going through cancer at work.
Downloadable resources
Guidelines for employer to assist employees after a cancer diagnosis
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Guidelines for employers to assist employees after a breast cancer diagnosis
Cancer and Chronic or Serious Illness Policy
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Appendix 1: Cancer Support Plan Template
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Appendix 2: Returning to Work Meeting Checklist
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Appendix 3: Checklist for Managers
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