About the Opportunity
This is your chance to make a real impact in a role that supports the wellbeing and recovery of our people. As our Health, Rehabilitation & Return to Work Adviser, you'll lead the management of injury cases and shape positive, proactive return to work outcomes.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Promote a healthy, safe, and inclusive workplace by supporting compliance with legislation, policies, and university-wide agreements;
* Partner with colleagues and external providers to create thoughtful, proactive return to work and stay at work pathways;
* Lead in preparing clear, well-considered responses for Workers' Compensation and independent medical assessments;
* Support clients and contribute to initiatives that improve efficiency and impact.
About You
You bring clarity, compassion, and confidence to every conversation. Whether guiding staff through recovery, collaborating with medical providers, or helping managers understand their responsibilities, you offer a steady, supportive approach.
Your Qualifications
* Completion of accredited Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator training through a recognized Workers' Compensation Regulator.
* Strong interpersonal skills, with extensive experience in consulting, influencing, facilitating, and building trust with diverse stakeholders.
* Proficiency in interpreting, analyzing, and solving complex issues related to injured or ill workers.
* Excellent written communication skills, with experience preparing detailed responses and documents for WorkCover, compensation services, and medical specialists.
* Sound judgment in advising on physical and psychosocial aspects of injury management.
* Experience administering Workers' Compensation policies across multiple states and territories.
* A deep understanding of the regulatory environment, including legislation, standards, and codes of practice in work health and safety, workers' compensation, human resources, and privacy.
About UniSC
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We foster a collaborative, supportive environment, encouraging professional development and valuing each team member's contribution.
We invite applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and invite you to highlight your achievements in this context.
We have a diverse and talented workforce and invite applications from candidates with legal work rights in Australia. If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in supporting health, safety, and recovery at UniSC, we encourage you to apply.