Remote Rehab Counsellor – New Grad, Return-to-Work Impact

Pinnacle Rehab; Newcastle; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Structured induction

Buddy system onboarding

Professional development opportunities

Laptop and iPhone provided

Seasonal social events

Annual Christmas party

Emerging Leaders Program

Job summary

Pinnacle Rehab in Newcastle, NSW, is seeking a New Graduate Psychology (Hons) / Rehab Counsellor to start your career in occupational rehabilitation. You will join a structured induction, buddy system, and ongoing learning opportunities while managing a portfolio of clients with psychological injuries.

In this role you will perform initial assessments, tailor intervention and return-to-work plans, conduct vocational assessments and motivational interviewing, and collaborate with a

Qualifications

• General Registration with AHPRA or ASORC.
• Psychology degree with honours or Master in Psychology.
• Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial psychological assessments for injured workers.
• Develop tailored rehabilitation and return-to-work plans.
• Conduct vocational assessments and motivational interviewing.
• Provide support through insurer recommendations.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for complex cases.
• Document case notes and support reporting and compliance.

Skills

Stakeholder relationships

Autonomous work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor/Master in Psychology (Hons)

Job description

Pinnacle Rehab in Newcastle, NSW, is seeking a New Graduate Psychology (Hons) / Rehab Counsellor to start your career in occupational rehabilitation. You will join a structured induction, buddy system, and ongoing learning opportunities while managing a portfolio of clients with psychological injuries.

In this role you will perform initial assessments, tailor intervention and return-to-work plans, conduct vocational assessments and motivational interviewing, and collaborate with a