Back to Work Fund (BWF)

You qualify for a Back to Work programme if: 

1.You were recognised as unfit for work and your employment contract ended because you are no longer able to work for medical reasons 

• Your employment contract was terminated by your employer on or after 1 April 2024. 

• You were on long-term sick leave at that time. 

• You must submit your application within 6 months of the end of your employment contract. 

Or

2. You have been unfit for work for more than one year 

• You are an employee or job seeker. 

• You have been recognised as unfit for work for more than one year. 

• This applies from 1 April 2025. 

You do not qualify if: 

• You are already enrolled in an approved retraining programme through the Medical Council for Disability. 

What does the programme look like? 

• Intake (1,5 hours)
  We start with your story. We listen, ask questions and draw up a clear personal plan to give your programme direction. 

• Career exploration 
  We look at which roles suit your talents, your health, and your wishes. Grounded in reality, but with an eye on what is possible. 

• Personal coaching 
  You’ll work on resilience, self-confidence and managing change after illness or redundancy, at your own pace. 

• Practical support 
  We help you with your CV, cover letter and job interviews, and explore job opportunities or work placements together. 

• Follow-up & aftercare 
  We remain involved once you are back at work, checking in and stepping in where needed. 

What is included? 

• 1 intake session of 1.5 hours 

• 6 coaching sessions of 1.5 hours 

• 2 closing sessions of 2 x 30 minutes

• Exercises, practical tools and personal support 

• Sessions in person or online, near you 

• A programme of up to 6 months, at your own pace 

• Joke Vande Voorde
• Ruth Geudens
• Nicole Cox
• Katrien Verhooghe
• Lara Tawk

How do you apply for the Back to Work voucher? 

1. Submit your application to RIZIV 

Fill in the official application form and mention Oh My People as your recognised service provider. You can do this in two ways: 

• Online
  Via the application form on the RIZIV website.

• By post
  download the form as a PDF or request a paper copy.
  Send the completed form to:
  Dienst voor Uitkeringen – RIZIV
  Galileelaan 5/0, 1210 Brussel

Your application form must include the following: 

• First and last name 
• National registration number (RRN) 
• E-mail address
• Address (street, house number, flat number if applicable, municipality, postal code, country) 
• Health insurance fund (you can find your fund number on the RIZIV website) 
• Your chosen recognised service provider 
• Start date of guidance by the service provider (if known) 
• End date of guidance by the service provider (if known) 
• Whether your employment contract was terminated because you are no longer able to work for medical reasons 
• The date your employment contract ended 
• Whether you are applying on your own initiative or as part of a reintegration plan drawn up by the Back to Work coordinator at your health insurance fund 

For more information, visit the RIZIV website.

2. Processing your application 

RIZIV will process your application within 45 days. 
If approved, you will receive a voucher worth up to €1,800, valid for 6 months. 

3. Start your programme with Oh My People 

Once you receive your voucher, we will arrange a first appointment and your programme can get under way. 

Good to know 

• The voucher is valid for 6 months only. 

• The programme runs at your own pace, in person or online. 

• There is no cost to you. 

Hulp nodig bij je aanvraag? Need help with your application? 

Not sure how to complete the form, or have a question? 
Get in touch with us and we will be happy to help. 
Leave your details via the contact form and we will get back to you. 

Annulation:
If a session is cancelled less than 24 hours in advance, it will be considered as having taken place.