Job Title: Senior Rehabilitation Consultant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Rehabilitation Consultant to join our team at IPAR. As a Senior Rehabilitation Consultant, you will play a critical role in providing occupational rehabilitation services to clients with a range of conditions, both physical and psychological. Your primary responsibility will be to support clients in achieving return to health and return to work outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case management, including developing and implementing individualized rehabilitation plans to support clients in achieving their goals.
• Applying clinical knowledge to improve return to work outcomes, including conducting assessments and providing recommendations to employers and clients.
• Working collaboratively with injured workers, employers, medical and allied health professionals to develop and implement injury prevention and workplace education programs.
• Providing support and guidance to clients and employers to address psychosocial barriers to employment and identify suitable employment opportunities.
• Completing a variety of assessments, including initial, workplace, and vocational assessments, to review diagnosis, support treatment plans, and identify suitable employment opportunities.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology 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) or Rehabilitation Counselling Association of Australia (RCAA) as a Rehabilitation Counsellor.
• Previous experience working in Occupational Rehabilitation industry would be highly regarded.
• Fabulous communication skills, including the ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders.
• Compassion and kindness, as well as empathy, are essential qualities for this role.
• Well-developed time management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple caseloads.
• A current NSW Driver's License and access to own car with comprehensive insurance is a must.

About IPAR:

IPAR is a national occupational rehabilitation provider supporting thousands of people who may be living with an illness, disability, or injury. We work with our clients to identify their goals and provide psychological or physical supports to help them live life to its fullest potential. Our team of highly skilled allied health professionals and employment consultants include Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Psychologists, and Rehabilitation Counsellors.

Why Work with IPAR:

• Ongoing development and career advancement opportunities.
• A comprehensive induction and onboarding program, including a buddy system and ongoing workplace mentoring.
• Competitive remuneration package, generous bonus and incentive schemes, annual salary review, and salary packaging options.
• Strong supportive team culture, including peer and management support.
• Dedicated Health & Wellness program for all staff, including a Health & Wellness calendar and Fitness Passport.
• Employee Referral Program, with monetary incentives for recommending great talent.
• Varied client groups for variety in your workday and caseload.
• A mobile phone and a ProBook with latest technology are included.
• Purchase Annual Leave, Travel Reimbursement, and other perks are available.