Rehabilitation Counsellor

Sharp & Carter; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored induction

Coaching mentorship

Above award pay

Salary reviews

Wellness seminars

EAP access

Professional development budget

Extra leave option

Job summary

Sharp & Carter is seeking a Rehabilitation Counsellor to join an award-winning occupational health and injury management team. You will manage cases, conduct worksite assessments, and apply clinical expertise to support safe, sustainable return-to-work outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with insurers, medical practitioners, employers and employees. We offer a tailored induction, ongoing coaching, above award remuneration, salary reviews, wellness seminars, EAP access, a professional

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification and registration with a relevant professional body (Rehabilitation Counselling).
• Full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Managing cases and coordinating rehabilitation services.
• Conducting worksite assessments and identifying return-to-work pathways.
• Applying clinical expertise to perform assessments and support client recovery.
• Engaging with insurers, medical practitioners, employers and employees.
• Developing personalised rehabilitation plans.
• Implementing early intervention strategies.
• Presenting information and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Rehabilitation Counselling

Case management

Stakeholder engagement

Worksite assessments

Injury management

Education

Rehabilitation Counselling degree

Job description

Join the Team

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in workplace rehabilitation? Sharp & Carter are seeking a dedicated Rehabilitation Counsellor to join an industry-leading organisation committed to excellence in occupational health and injury management.

About the Opportunity

This role offers an exciting chance to be part of a dynamic and award-winning team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Our client provides a supportive environment where you can develop your skills, contribute meaningfully, and advance your career in occupational rehabilitation.

Your Benefits

• Tailored induction program to ensure a smooth onboarding process
• Ongoing coaching and mentorship from industry professionals
• Competitive salary package with above award remuneration, bonus schemes, and regular salary reviews
• Access to wellness seminars and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Dedicated professional development budget
• Option to purchase additional leave

About the Role

As a Rehabilitation Counsellor, you will play a vital role in assisting injured claimants to achieve safe and sustainable return-to-work outcomes. Your holistic approach will help clients regain their functional performance and support a successful recovery journey.

Working in a fast-paced environment aligned with core values of quality, customer service, outcomes, and teamwork, your main responsibilities will include:

• Managing cases and coordinating rehabilitation services
• Conducting worksite assessments and identifying return-to-work pathways aligned with recovery milestones
• Applying clinical expertise and injury management knowledge to perform assessments and facilitate client recovery
• Engaging with stakeholders such as insurance providers, medical practitioners, employers, and employees
• Developing personalised, whole-of-person rehabilitation plans
• Implementing effective early intervention strategies
• Presenting case information and credible recommendations to stakeholders to support positive outcomes

What You Need to Succeed

• A tertiary qualification and current registration with a relevant professional body (Rehabilitation Counselling)
• Full Australian working rights
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle