Due to an internal staff transfer, an exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Return to Work Coordinator to join Colin Joss & Co Pty Ltd, who is a Self-Insurer under the NSW Workers Compensation Act.
As the Return to Work Coordinator at Joss, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the wellbeing and rehabilitation of employees transitioning back to the workplace after an illness or injury. In this full-time position based in Shellharbour, NSW, you will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating the return to work process, ensuring a smooth and successful reintegration for our valued team members.
What you'll be doing
* Collaborate with injured or ill employees, their healthcare providers, and managers to develop and implement customised return to work plans
* Monitor and track the progress of return to work programs, making adjustments as needed to support a successful transition
* Provide guidance and support to managers on their responsibilities and best practices for supporting employees during the return to work process
* Maintain accurate and detailed records of all return to work cases and outcomes
* Identify opportunities to improve the return to work program and make recommendations to management.
Additional responsibilities will include:
* Actively developing and promoting Injury Management and Return to Work processes across our business functions;
* Assist in the management of all work and non-work related injuries;
* Assist in the identification of suitable or pre-injury employment;
* Monitor the progress of an injured employee’s recovery and potential to RTW;
* Monitor the injured employee’s performance and compliance against the current RTWP to ensure appropriateness and make adjustments as necessary within the confines of the current medical restrictions;
* Establish and maintain Rehabilitation Case Files;
* Assisting in the training and education of managers in all aspects of Injury Management and Return to Work policies and procedures;
* Ensuring compliance with Legislation and the Self Insurance requirements.
The ideal candidate will:
* Tertiary qualification in a relevant field, such as occupational therapy, human resources or workplace rehabilitation
* Proven experience in a return to work coordination or case management role, ideally within a similar industry
* Strong understanding of workers' compensation legislation, injury management, and return to work processes
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a solutions-focused approach
* Be prepared to travel around the surrounding area.
Experience in a Self-Insured environment is preferred, however not essential.
Remuneration package by negotiation based on above criteria. A motor vehicle & mobile phone will be provided to the successful applicant in order for duties to be carried out.
If you're a motivated and enthusiastic individual and would like to be part of our successful team, we want to hear from you.
To meet some of our team and read about why they chose to work for Joss, please visit us at: https://jossgroup.com.au/about/our-people/