Rehabilitation Consultant – Psychologist or Rehabilitation Counsellor

About the role

Rehab Management, an award-winning national provider of occupational rehabilitation, injury management and health and wellbeing services, is hiring a Rehabilitation Consultant in Newcastle. The consultant facilitates the return to work process for injured workers, case manages complex files and liaises with multiple stakeholders, including workplace visits.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver assessments and counselling to people facing a sudden change in career goals and circumstances
• Conduct assessments that guide people toward their new career
• Build relationships with health professionals, specialists, employers and insurers to drive positive outcomes for clients
• Identify Return to Work barriers and design, implement and monitor programs that help injured employees return to work
• Visit workplaces to understand the challenges injured and ill workers face and educate employers on the health benefits of good work

Required profile

• Tertiary degree in Psychology, Social Work or Rehabilitation Counselling; psychology applicants need a Master's degree
• Registration with AHPRA, AASW or ASORC
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Pride in helping people navigate complex rehabilitation plans

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements and pool cars
• Extra YouDays, volunteering leave and study support
• Mentoring and supervision from senior leaders
• Career pathways into specialist, leadership and national roles