Rehabilitation Consultant

The Rehabilitation Specialists; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

PD allowance

PD leave days

Birthday leave

Hybrid work

Company pool vehicles

Induction buddy program

Inclusive culture

Job summary

The Rehabilitation Specialists in Fyshwick ACT are seeking a Rehabilitation Consultant to manage a diverse caseload across workplace rehabilitation for people recovering from physical and psychological injuries.

You will complete assessments, deliver tailored interventions, develop sustainable return to work plans, and work with employers, treating practitioners, insurers and case managers to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Exercise Physiology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation Counselling, Psychology, Nursing or related allied health discipline
• Current AHPRA registration or ESSA accreditation, with no restrictions
• Experience in occupational rehabilitation or workers compensation / return to work services
• Strong written communication skills for clear, practical reports for stakeholders
• Working with Vulnerable People Card and National Police Check
• Experience with government compensation schemes

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload across workplace rehabilitation services
• Support clients recovering from physical and psychological injuries
• Conduct functional, workplace and ergonomic assessments
• Develop and implement return to work plans and rehabilitation strategies
• Provide guidance on workplace adjustments and injury management approaches
• Liaise with employers, treating practitioners, insurers and case managers to coordinate outcomes
• Prepare high-quality reports and recommendations that support decision-making

Job description

The Rehabilitation Specialists – Fyshwick ACT

As a Rehabilitation Consultant, you will manage a diverse caseload across workplace rehabilitation for people recovering from physical and psychological injuries. This is a genuinely varied role where no two days are the same. You will complete assessments, deliver tailored interventions, develop sustainable return to work plans, and work closely with employers, treating practitioners, insurers and case managers to achieve meaningful outcomes.

With strong referral growth in Canberra, we are expanding our team to meet increasing demand and continue delivering high-quality services.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Manage a varied caseload across workplace rehabilitation services
• Support clients recovering from physical and psychological injuries
• Conduct functional, workplace and ergonomic assessments
• Develop and implement return to work plans and rehabilitation strategies
• Provide guidance on workplace adjustments and injury management approaches
• Liaise with employers, treating practitioners, insurers and case managers to coordinate outcomes
• Prepare high-quality reports and recommendations that support decision-making

Why You'll Love It:

• Realistic and achievable performance targets
• Above-award salary with a transparent bonus structure
• Published career framework with clear progression pathways
• $2,000 annual professional development allowance
• Two professional development leave days each year after 12 months of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Additional birthday leave each year
• Hybrid working arrangements and flexible hours
• Access to company pool vehicles
• Structured induction, dedicated buddy program and strong administrative support
• Inclusive and supportive culture where lived experience is valued
• Workplace adjustments available where required

What We're Looking For

• Degree qualification in Exercise Physiology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation Counselling, Psychology, Nursing or a related allied health discipline
• Current AHPRA registration or ESSA accreditation, with no restrictions
• Experience in occupational rehabilitation or transferable experience within workers compensation, injury management, vocational rehabilitation or return to work services
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, practical reports for multiple stakeholders
• Working with Vulnerable People Card and National Police Check
• Experience working within government compensation schemes

Canberra is a key growth area for our business, and this role offers the opportunity to help shape the future of the local team. You will receive regular one‑on‑one coaching, a tailored development plan and opportunities to contribute to service development, education initiatives and special projects.

Career progression criteria are clearly defined and published, allowing you to plan and work towards your next career step with confidence.

The Rehabilitation Specialists is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Adjustments to the recruitment process are available on request.