Rehabilitation Consultant – Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or AEP

APM; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Generous incentive program

Paid parental leave

Employee wellbeing programs

Discounts at major retailers

Job summary

A major rehabilitation provider in Canberra is seeking a Rehabilitation Consultant to assist clients in returning to meaningful engagement in work and life. The role requires expertise in occupational therapy or physiotherapy, and a commitment to client progress through effective case management and assessments. Generous perks and career advancement opportunities are provided. Apply to join a diverse team that values respect and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Professional registration with AHPRA, ESSA (AEP) is required.
• A current Working with Children Check is necessary.
• Willingness to undergo a National Criminal History Check upon successful application.

Responsibilities

• Assist people in returning to meaningful engagement in occupations.
• Evaluate treatment and rehabilitation needs of injured workers.
• Help clients identify future employment or training options.
• Perform various assessments depending on clinical expertise.
• Manage cases effectively to monitor client progress.
• Engage with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

Skills

Occupational therapy knowledge

Physiotherapy expertise

Assessment skills

Case management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Rehabilitation Consultant – Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or AEP

APM Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Enjoy variety in your day and build a meaningful career with one of Australia’s largest workplace rehabilitation and injury prevention providers.

Responsibilities

• Utilising your specialist knowledge and skills to assist people to return to meaningful engagement in occupations
• Evaluating the treatment and/or rehabilitation needs of workers who have been involved in a work-related or non-work-related injury or illness
• Helping clients identify future employment or training options by reviewing their transferable skills, qualifications and interests
• Perform a variety of assessments depending on your area of clinical expertise. This could include functional capacity evaluations, worksite, ergonomic or activities of daily living assessments
• Responsible for effective case management to plan, coordinate and monitor your client’s progress toward their return to work goal
• Engaging with key stakeholders and building strong relationships to facilitate the achievement of business objectives

What’s In It For You At Konekt / Why Join Konekt

• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Flexibility to structure your day and work compressed 9-day fortnights
• Ongoing training, career progression and professional development opportunities
• A generous incentive program with uncapped earning potential
• Paid parental leave, up to 16 weeks, and opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Comprehensive employee wellbeing programs, plus community volunteering opportunities
• Discounts at major retailers and employee recognition program

You’ll Also Need To Have

• Professional registration with AHPRA, ESSA (AEP)
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field
• A current Working with Children Check
• Willingness to undergo a National Criminal History Check upon successful application

Ready to join?

Apply today to fast-track your application or contact Simone Wong at [e-mail] to find out more.

About Konekt, Part Of The APM Group

Konekt is one of the largest rehabilitation and workplace health providers in Australia. Each year, we help over 40,000 Australians back into work, recover from injury, and re-engage with their social and community life. Konekt is a part of the APM Group, a global health and human services provider now enabling better lives for more than 2.1 million people each year. APM helps people to find employment, improve their health and wellbeing, and participate in their community. When you join Konekt, you get access to opportunities that come with being part of a dynamic and growing global business. Learn more at careers.apm.net.au

DIVERSITY and a high priority on the principles of respect, equity, and diversity. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.