Health and working ability

Do you have health or work ability concerns?

An injury or illness does not usually affect employment, getting a job or choosing a field. However, sometimes it can reduce your chances of getting a job or keeping your job. When choosing a profession or education, in addition to interests and inclinations, you need to consider any limitations caused by your disability or illness.  

Impact of disability or illness on work ability on the Job Market Finland

Work ability refers to everyone's individual ability to succeed at work. It is influenced by, among other things, physical and mental resources, attitudes, and competence.  

Assessing working ability on the Job market Finland

If your health or work ability has deteriorated, ask your personal coach for suitable services. If necessary, they can direct you to a work ability coordinator or a psychologist for career choice and career guidance.  

Health examinations for unemployed people

If your state of health worries you and prevents you from finding employment or training, book an appointment for a health examination for the unemployed in the wellbeing services county. The inspection is particularly useful when you need your municipality's employment services to assess your work ability for work that you have previously done. A nurse or doctor can assess whether your current health condition prevents or restricts you from doing your previous duties.  

Health examinations for unemployed people on the Wellbeing Services County of Central Finland (website in Finnish) 

Where can you get help with your work ability?

Do you have issues in your life that affect your job search or work ability? Has your health or work ability deteriorated? Contact your personal coach if you want support in maintaining your work ability.