What is a DIO? And why is this interesting?
Sustainable Employability Consultation
As an employer, you naturally want your employees to stay healthy and productive. With a Sustainable Employability Consultation (DIO) you as an employer take an important step towards a healthy and sustainable employability of your employees and organization. A valuable investment! But what exactly is it and what does it offer you? We are happy to explain it to you.
What is a DIO?
A DIO is a consultation between you, your Occupational Health Service ZekerArbo) and any other stakeholders within your organization. The goal? To improve the health and employability of your employees and prevent Sickness Absence . There are two types of DIOs, each with a different focus.
Who are involved?
At a DIO, we work together with experts such as a company doctor, practice support worker (POB) or employability coach. They advise you and help you balance your workload with the health of your employees.
What happens during a DIO?
DIO 1 (Individual Consultation):
Together with the company doctor or POB, discuss the workload capacity of individual employees. Are they experiencing bottlenecks in their work? How can you support them to return to or remain vital at work? This is done without sharing medical information, as privacy is paramount.
DIO 2 (Organizational consultation):
The employability coach looks at trends within your company and offers advice on how to promote employee health. This consultation focuses on the bigger picture: how do you make sure you stay healthy and sustainable as an organization?
What does a DIO provide?
A DIO offers many advantages:
- Less Sickness Absence: By identifying and addressing bottlenecks early, you prevent sickness absence.
- Healthier work environment: Together we work to create an environment where employees feel comfortable and vital.
- Sustainable employability: By paying structural attention to health and prevention, you ensure that employees remain fit and productive for longer.