Clinical Psychology Advisor

EML Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home

Wellbeing program

Gym membership discounts

RewardsHub discounts

Learning & development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave (up to 16 weeks)

Job summary

EML is a leading Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Claims Management business based in Sydney. We offer a hybrid work arrangement for a permanent Clinical Advisor - Psychologist role in our Sydney office, with full-time preferred and part-time considered.

The Clinical Advisor will oversee early management of workplace psychological injuries, provide expert opinion to support claims teams, and work with doctors, physiotherapists and other health professionals to ensure timely medical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology or equivalent.
• 3+ years clinical experience as a registered Clinical Psychologist.
• Current registration in professional field (can be non-practicing).
• Well established knowledge of disability and psychological injury management.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Insurance industry experience with workers' compensation highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Provide early intervention and management of workplace psychological injuries.
• Conduct peer-to-peer discussions with Clinical Psychologists and GPs to assist with clinical management while improving RTW outcomes.
• Conduct case reviews and provide expert opinion on medical strategy.
• Provide internal training and coaching to case managers on clinical management of psychological injuries and communication with health professionals to support uplift.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Team collaboration

Disability knowledge

RTW coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology

Job description

EML is a leading Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Claims Management business. Our goal is to help people get their lives back through ongoing support during their return-to-work journey. We continue to experience ongoing growth and now have over 4,000 dedicated employees. We foster a learning culture that allows for us to continually invest in our employees ensuring a long-term career here at EML.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you a passionate Clinical Psychologist ready to diversify and broaden your range of skills in a dynamic corporate setting? This role is perfect for you! As part of our innovative team based in Sydney CBD, you can expand your existing skillset to a whole new environment!

As a Clinical Advisor - Psychologist, you will be involved in overseeing early management of workplace psychological injuries as well as providing your expert opinion on existing management to support the claims teams. You'll work alongside a team of Doctors, Physiotherapists and other health professionals to ensure timely and effective medical management of workers' claims, facilitating their recovery and return to work in line with regulatory requirements.

This will be an permanent role based in our Sydney office, with a hybrid work environment giving you the flexibility to work from home for part of your week. While full time (5 days/week) is preferred, part-time (3-4 days/week) applicants will also be considered.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide early intervention and management of workplace psychological injuries.
• Conduct peer-to-peer discussions with Clinical Psychologists and GPs to assist them with clinical management while improving RTW (Return-to-Work) outcomes.
• Conduct case reviews and provide expert opinion on medical strategy
• Provide internal training and coaching to case managers on clinical management of psychological injuries and communication with health professionals to support optimal medical management and support capability uplift.

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., psychology)
• Demonstrated 3+ years clinical experience as a registered Clinical Psychologist
• Current registration in professional field (can be non-practicing)
• Well established knowledge of disability and psychological injury management.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Comprehensive understanding of the insurance industry preferred, with demonstrated experience with workers compensation insurance highly regarded.

WHAT WE OFFER

We stand together as equals. EML is an equal opportunity employer so by coming to work for us, you will be part of a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone feels valued and where we show respect, integrity and honesty.

EML provides career opportunities and great employee benefits, including:

• A diverse and collaborative team culture like no other
• Flexibility to work from home to support work/life balance
• A corporate wellbeing program with discounted health insurance and gym membership
• Generous discounts from over 350 retailers through our RewardsHub program
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential
• Access to support and counselling services with work or personal matters, through our Employee Assistance Program
• Companywide events to stay connected and celebrate success
• Entitlement to annual company incentive scheme + salary reviews
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave, plus super

We value our people and are committed to supporting our employees by investing in their professional development and providing generous employee benefits.