Overview
Rehabilitation Consultant - Rehab Counsellor / Psychologist / Social Worker. Full-time position based in Robina, Gold Coast within IPAR, a national occupational rehabilitation provider supporting return to work services across workplace rehabilitation, counselling, injury prevention and finding new employment.
IPAR is part of the MedHealth network. We seek professionals with a background in Rehabilitation Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or Occupational Therapy who are interested in working in the Occupational Rehabilitation sector and joining our close-knit team in Robina, Gold Coast.
Responsibilities
* Case management (caseloads are manageable, with Rehabilitation Assistants to alleviate administrative tasks).
* Apply clinical knowledge to improve return to work outcomes.
* Partner with employers and employees to develop and implement injury prevention and workplace education programs.
* Collaborate with injured workers, employers, medical and allied health professionals.
* Work across schemes such as workers compensation, compulsory third party, life insurance, Comcare, Department of Veteran's Affairs, and employer-funded injury prevention programs.
* Assist individuals with injuries or health conditions to achieve return to health and return to work outcomes.
* Conduct a range of assessments (Initial Assessments, Worksite Assessments & Vocational Assessments) to support return to health, work and life goals.
* Provide injury prevention and injury management consultancy services, such as group mental health training, Employee Assistance Program services, Psychological Functional Capacity Evaluations and Adjustment to Injury counselling.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Tertiary qualifications in Rehabilitation Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or Occupational Therapy.
* General or Provisional AHPRA registration or full ASORC/ AASW membership.
* Previous experience in Occupational Rehabilitation is highly regarded.
* Excellent communication and time management skills; ability to engage with clients and stakeholders.
* Compassion, kindness and empathy.
* A current QLD Driver's License and access to own car with comprehensive insurance are required.
We welcome new graduates to apply. We offer internal supervision for provisional psychologists meeting full registration requirements.
Why IPAR
We offer a hands-on approach to learning and career development. New graduates can grow into leadership roles across locations, services or broader MedHealth opportunities.
Values and Culture
We are driven by three simple but powerful values: Great People, Big Hearts and Bold Ideas. These guide every decision we make as a business and team.
Great People – Caring, collaborative and inclusive; accountable, approachable and authentic.
Big Hearts – Positive difference for clients, customers, team and community.
Bold Ideas – Seek better ways, use curiosity and evidence to deliver high-quality solutions.
How to Apply / Contact
If you would like to have a confidential discussion about the role or express interest, quote REF8739M and contact the Talent Acquisition Lead, Grant Devlin, on 0474 740 466 for a confidential discussion.
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You are welcome here.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming people with disability, diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI community, veterans, carers and Indigenous Australians. We can adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs.
Job Location
Robina, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
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