Return to Work Specialist

Introduction

Join our growing team of dedicated professionals at Gallagher Bassett, who guide those in need to the best possible outcomes for their health and wellbeing. You'll be part of a resilient team that works together to redefine the boundaries of excellence. At our organization, we value collaboration and making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and claimants, offering you the opportunity to join a team where your skills and dedication can truly make a difference. GUIDE. GUARD. GO BEYOND.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview

Gallagher Bassett (GB) is Australia and New Zealand’s premier third party claims administrator. We manage claims on behalf of insurers, brokers, government bodies and self-insured organisations. We are part of the leading global risk management and insurance group Arthur J Gallagher & Co. 

Life at GB is an adventure - often fast paced, unpredictable, challenging and deeply rewarding. It is social and engaging, with our unique and positive culture underpinned by The Gallagher Way – values lived daily by our people.  

In addition to flexible working options, we also offer supportive learning and career pathways and provide ongoing access to training and career development. We invest in our people through strong succession planning and have a number of mentoring and training programs available. 

The Opportunity 

There are some great things happening at GB and we want YOU to be a part of it all 

As the Return to Work Specialist, you will support the Claims teams with strategic return to work, recovery and independence advice. Working closely with all internal and external stakeholders, you will support claims risk triage, case management strategies for more complex claims, educate claims staff on injury and RTW best practices, enhance injury management planning and undertake face to face interventions where required to support our customers.  

This role provides a unique opportunity to provide specialist support and grow your career in an exciting direction, and lend your experience to build and grow the technical expertise, operations and processes across the function. 

How you'll make an impact

• Support customers and clients with the recovery, return to work (RTW) and return to health, undertaking RTW and treater conference visits where required (virtual and in person); 
• Support case management of injury recovery with regular face to face claim conferencing and proactive identification of psychosocial factors impacting injury recovery;  

• Develop and support strategic return to work and recovery solutions, and coach teams in continuous improvement and best practice claims management;  

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, medical professionals and Vocational Rehabilitation Providers throughout the recovery journey to support recovery at work outcomes;  

• Identify and administer opportunities for education, benefits of services and other rehabilitation and/or vocational support to create positive impact to return to work outcomes;  

• Educate and inform stakeholders on the return to work process and legislative requirements. 

About you

• Previous experience and/or qualifications in injury rehabilitation, vocational counselling or allied health;  
• Ability to work in a sensitive environment with compassion and professionalism; 

• Highly developed communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels of organisation; 

• Exceptional time management and organisational skills;  

• A strategic mindset and approach to work; 

• A strong sense of team and collaboration; 

• A resilient attitude; 

• Current Australian driver’s license (full). 

What do we offer our people?  

• Attractive remuneration packaging & flexible work arrangements;  

• Collaborative working environment – friendly, flexible and supportive working environment which is built around great team support and rewarding opportunities; 

• Paid Parental Leave scheme;  

• A unique and exciting career – as our Company grows, so do the opportunities for our people; 

• Opportunities for ongoing education and development; 

• Service and performance recognition awards; and Employee Assistance Program for yourself and immediate family members. 

To apply 

If you want to part of something new and help to change peoples’ lives, then we would love to hear from you today  

To be considered for this opportunity you must have right to live and work in Australia when applying. 

Agency applicants will not be considered for this position. 

Gallagher Bassett is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Indigenous Australian applicants are encouraged to apply. As a member of the Diversity Council Australia, we recognise the importance of, and embrace diversity in the workplace. We will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.  

Compensation and benefits

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• 4 weeks annual leave plus up to 2 weeks additional purchased Lifestyle Leave
• Novated Leasing opportunities
• Two paid volunteer days annually
• Health Insurance Discounts with our Group Insurance Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Support for yourself and immediate family members
• Employee Recognition Awards and Service Milestone Recognitions
• Peer Support Program
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Access to Reward Gateway – discount offers at over 350 retailers
• And more...

We value inclusion and diversity

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.