Rehabilitation Consultant

4 weeks ago


Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
Rehabilitation Counsellor- Occupational Therapist, Exercise Physiologist OR Physiotherapist | CTP & Workers Compensation | Wollongong

Are you an Occupational Therapist, Exercise Physiologist OR Physiotherapist looking for a unique opportunity to make a real impact? Join a specialist CTP & Workers Compensation Consultant team, supporting claimants in NSW to return to work, function, and life.

What You'll Be Doing

Manage a caseload of clients recovering from motor vehicle accidents or workplace injuries, delivering tailored rehabilitation and return-to-work services.

Conduct Initial Needs Assessments, Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs), and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assessments to identify support needs and functional goals.

Complete Workplace Assessments and make environmental modification or ergonomic recommendations to enable safe and sustainable return to work.

Develop and implement tailored rehabilitation plans that may include graded return-to-work programs, workplace modifications, or community re-engagement strategies.

Liaise closely with treating practitioners, employers, insurers, and other stakeholders to coordinate treatment and monitor progress toward return-to-work goals.

Provide evidence-based recommendations that support early intervention, injury management, and functional restoration.

Build strong relationships with NSW CTP and Workers Compensation insurers - with the opportunity for short-term in-house secondments for the right candidate.

Why Choose a Career in Occupational Rehabilitation?

A career in occupational rehabilitation offers the perfect blend of clinical impact and professional growth. As a Rehabilitation Consultant, you'll support clients to regain function and return to work after injury, using your allied health skills in a more flexible, goal-driven environment. You'll enjoy diverse caseloads, autonomy, and the opportunity to develop in areas like case management, workplace assessment, and injury prevention - all while making a meaningful difference every day.

Why Join?

Competitive salary + generous uncapped consultant incentive bonus

Relocation assistance

Flexible work options - full-time or part-time roles in Wollongong

Professional development - structured mentoring, CPD allowance, and career progression pathways.

Supportive & friendly culture - social events, team celebrations, and recognition awards.

What We're Looking For

AHPRA-registered Occupational Therapist with experience in NSW CTP or Workers Compensation desirable

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Strong clinical assessment and rehabilitation planning skills.

Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Current Police Clearance & Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).

A positive, team-focused attitude with a passion for helping others regain independence.

If you're looking for a rewarding career move with a company that values its people and offers genuine career growth, we'd love to hear from you

Contact Danielle Richards directly at ***************@marsrecruitment.com.au or click APPLY.

For additional information about Danielle Richards at Mars Healthcare and why you should choose her as your preferred Recruitment Consultant and Allied Health Expert, click here to view her LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-richards-069a55225/
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