Rehabilitation Consultant

Overview
IPARis a national occupational rehabilitation provider supporting thousands of people who may be living with an illness, disability, or injury.
Whether it is through workplace rehabilitation, counselling, injury prevention or finding new employment, our care is tailored to each and every individual.
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.
IPAR is just one of the purpose-built, industry leading brands in the globalMedHealthnetwork.
We make impact and we achieve outcomes through the meaningful and purposeful work that we do every day.
Job Description
We are seeking individuals with a professional background inOccupational Therapyinterested in working in the Occupational Rehabilitation sector inWollongong NSW.
Why joins us?
Competitive remuneration with innovativeincentive and bonus schemes
Fitness Passport -Discounted fitness membership and access to facilities Australia wide
Access to IPAR's health and wellness programwith fun team monthly activities to support your overall well-being and to connect with your peers
IPAR's Star Award reward and recognition programfor top achievers
A "promote from within" culturewhere every team member is supported to build a career
Employee Referral Program -Monetary incentives for recommending great talent
Be part of adiverse and multidisciplinary teamwho are knowledgeable, collaborative, supportive & fun
A comprehensive onboarding programto ensure a great start and ongoing support to excel
Opportunity tojoin our Diversity & Inclusion committees, including the IPAR Pride Group, i-parent, Reconciliation Action Plan committee
We welcome new graduates to apply
We offer a hands-on approach to learning and developing your career.
You'll find the new graduates of yesterday are the leaders of today.
Whether it's a new location, new service, or role within the wider MedHealth group, the career opportunities for Rehabilitation Consultant are endless.
Responsibilities
Case management (caseloads are manageable, and our consultants have the support of Rehabilitation Assistants to alleviate administrative tasks).
Applying your clinical knowledge to improve return to work outcomes.
Working with employers and employees to develop and implement injury prevention and workplace education programs.
Working collaboratively with injured workers, employers, medical and allied health professionals.
Working across various schemes such as workers compensation, compulsory third party, life insurance, Comcare, Department of Veteran's Affairs, and employer-funded injury prevention programs.
Assisting those with an injury or health condition to achieve return to health and return to work outcomes.
Completing a variety of assessments using your clinical skills, including initial, workplace and vocational assessments to review diagnosis, support treatment plans, address psychosocial barriers to employment and identify suitable employment opportunities for workers who have sustained workplace injuries or injuries sustained from motor vehicle accidents.
We welcome new graduates to apply
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications inOccupational Therapy registered with AHPRA
Previous experience working in Occupational Rehabilitation would be highly regarded
Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with clients and stakeholders
Compassion, kindness and empathy
Strong time management skills
A current NSW Driver's License and access to your own car with comprehensive insurance is a must
Benefits
Competitive remuneration with incentive and bonus schemes
Fitness Passport - discounted fitness membership and access to facilities Australia wide
Access to IPAR's health and wellness program with team activities
IPAR's Star Award reward and recognition program
Promote-from-within culture
Employee Referral Program - monetary incentives
Be part of a diverse and multidisciplinary team
Comprehensive onboarding program
Opportunity to join our Diversity & Inclusion committees
Additional Information
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, proudly welcoming people with disability including mental health conditions, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTQI community, veterans, carers and Indigenous Australians to our team.
We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs.
How to apply
If you would like to have a confidential discussion about the role quoting REF8707R or want to express interest for a career with IPAR, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor - Tammy on or or connect on LinkedIn: in/tammy-tpt/.
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