Rehabilitation Consultant

Overview
IPAR is a national occupational rehabilitation provider supporting thousands of people who may be living with an illness, disability, or injury.
Whether it's 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.
This is an opportunity to work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team who are collaborative, supportive & fun
Joining the team as a Rehabilitation Consultant, you will be provided with all the tools, support, and training to set you up to succeed in your career.
Why join us?
Access to IPAR's health and wellness program with monthly activities to support your well-being and connect with peers
IPAR's Star Award reward and recognition program for top achievers
A promote-from-within culture where every team member is supported to build a career
Employee Referral Program - Monetary incentives for successfully recommending great talent
Be part of a diverse and multidisciplinary team who are knowledgeable, collaborative, supportive & fun
A comprehensive onboarding program to ensure a great start and ongoing support to excel
Opportunity to join our Diversity & Inclusion committees, including the IPAR Pride Group, i-parent, Reconciliation Action Plan committee
Corporate benefits including Fitness Passport, Travel Perks, Discounted Health Insurance, Novated Leasing, Salary Packaging, EAP, Parental & Purchased Leave
Job Description
We are seeking individuals with a professional background inPsychology or Rehabilitation Counsellinginterested in working in the Occupational Rehabilitation sector and being part of our tight knit team in Brisbane, QLD.
If you are thinking about relocating to Brisbane, relocation support will be provided.
In this diverse role, you will enjoy the flexibility and autonomy to manage your own day.
You will have the support of a strong, close team of driven and energetic healthcare professionals with the backing and resources of a global corporate infrastructure.
Providing occupational rehabilitation services to clients with a range of conditions, both physical and psychological and supporting them to achieve return to health and return to work outcomes.
Your duties
Case management (caseloads are manageable, and our consultants havethe 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
Conduct Vocational Assessments with the aim of identifying suitable job options for individuals, complete comprehensive labour market research on identified job options, using clinical skills to match recommended options with a client's physical and psychological capabilities.
Conduct relevant 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 services
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in Psychology or Rehabilitation Counselling
General or Provisional AHPRA registration or Full ASORC Membership
Previous experience working in Occupational Rehabilitation would be highly regarded
Excellent communication skills with clients and stakeholders
Compassion and empathy
Strong time management skills
A current QLD Driver's Licence and access to own car with comprehensive insurance
Benefits and Additional Information
At IPAR, we welcome new graduates and offer internal supervision
Hands-on learning and development opportunities with clear career pathways
Values: Great People, Big Hearts, Bold Ideas
Relocation and Application: If you would like to have a confidential discussion about the role, quote REF7702R, or express interest, please contact the Talent Acquisition Lead, Grant Devlin on for a confidential discussion.
You are welcome here.
IPAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity.
We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs.
Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services
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