We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our team as an Occupational Rehabilitation Consultant. This is a unique opportunity to work in a diverse role that offers flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to make a positive impact on people's lives.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Psychology or Rehabilitation Counselling, with a passion for working in the Occupational Rehabilitation sector. They will be responsible for providing occupational rehabilitation services to clients with a range of conditions, both physical and psychological, and supporting them to achieve return to health and return to work outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Case management: managing caseloads and providing support to clients to achieve their goals;
* Applying clinical knowledge to improve return to work outcomes: using expertise to develop and implement effective plans to support clients in returning to work;
* Working with employers and employees: developing and implementing injury prevention and workplace education programs to promote a safe and healthy work environment;
* Collaborating with stakeholders: working across various schemes, including workers compensation, compulsory third party, life insurance, Comcare, Department of Veteran's Affairs, and employer-funded injury prevention programs;
Requirements
* Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Health Sciences or Rehabilitation Counselling;
* General or Provisional registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Psychologist or eligibility for Associate or Full membership with Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors (ASORC);
* Previous experience working in Occupational Rehabilitation industry would be highly regarded;
* Fabulous communication skills: building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues;
* Compassion and kindness: providing empathetic and supportive care to clients;
* Well-developed time management skills: prioritizing tasks, managing workload, and meeting deadlines;
* A current NSW Driver's Licence and access to own car with comprehensive insurance.
This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires a high level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates with disability, cultural diversity, LGBTQI community, veterans, carers, and Indigenous Australians. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace culture and strive to provide equal opportunities for all employees.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Anna Nguyen, Talent Acquisition Advisor at IPAR.