Recovery @ Work Coordinator (Health Manager Level 2)

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Public Holiday off at Christmas

Paid Parental Leave

Salary Packaging

EAP for staff

Fitness Passport discount

Telehealth nutrition resources

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Recovery @ Work Coordinator to support Injury Management and Return-To-Work policies for health service staff. You will initiate and coordinate the return-to-work process, monitor progress, and provide reports to managers, contributing to timely and safe employee rehabilitation.

The role requires accreditation as a Return-to-Work Coordinator and knowledge of NSW Workers Compensation legislation, with strong communication and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified health professional or relevant work experience.
• Accredited by SIRA as a Return-to-Work Coordinator / Recovery@Work Coordinator.
• Knowledge of NSW Workers Compensation legislation and SIRA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, co-ordinate and monitor the return-to-work process.
• Provide progress reports to Managers.
• Participate in claims management.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Counselling

Report writing

Return-to-work processes

Job description

Recovery @ Work Coordinator (Health Manager Level 2)

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time; 38 hours per week up to 11 months
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration:$2,277.19 - $2,686.94 per week + Annual Leave Loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital along with travel to various facilities within SLHD
Requisition ID:REQ696015

Are you looking for an environment that will ensure a high standard of professional performance which supports education, research and professional development?

About the Role

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.

The Recovery@Work Coordinator will support the implementation of Injury Management and Return-To-Work Policy and Procedures which promote the early and safe return to work of injured health service staff. This includes initiating, co-ordinating and monitoring the return-to-work process, providing progress reports to Managers, participating in claims management.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified health professional or relevant work experience, and must be accredited by SIRA as a Return-to-Work Coordinator / Recovery@Work Coordinator.
• Knowledge of NSW Workers Compensation legislation, as well as of relevant SIRA guidelines for prevention and management of workplace injuries, together with extensive experience in rehabilitation of injured workers.
• Highly developed skills in communication, negotiation, counselling, and ability to write clear and accurate reports and documentation.
• All candidates must have full working rights within Australia.

Benefits and Perks:

• Monthly Accrued Day Off.
• Additional Public Holiday during Christmas for celebrations!
• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave Loading.
• Extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
• Enjoy free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling and support for staff and their families.
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit:https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

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For enquiries, please contact Caitlin Bowden on 0473 170 *** or via email at **************@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 30 September 2026

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This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.