WHS & Return To Work Coordinator

HenderCare; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

HenderCare in Adelaide, SA, is seeking an experienced WHS & Return to Work Coordinator to support injured workers through recovery and safe return to work. You will develop Return to Work Plans, coordinate with treating practitioners, and ensure compliance with legislation and policies.

Join a collaborative team and leverage your expertise in injury management, workers' compensation, and stakeholder communication to achieve positive outcomes for workers and employers alike.

Qualifications

• Experience in return-to-work or injury management is essential.
• Knowledge of workers' compensation and return-to-work legislation.
• Understanding of injury management and rehabilitation processes.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret medical certificates and provider reports.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate claim-related decisions to support timely case progression.
• Develop and monitor Return to Work Plans as recovery progresses.
• Identify and manage workplace risks to prevent injury and recurrence.
• Resolve issues or disputes related to return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate communication with treating practitioners, employers and legal representatives.
• Monitor recovery progress and ensure appropriate actions are taken.
• Contribute to workplace health and safety initiatives and policy adherence.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure legislative compliance.

Skills

Return-to-Work Experience

Injury Management

Workplace Health & Safety

Communication Skills

Medical Certificate Interpretation

Organisational Skills

Negotiation & Conflict Resolution

Education

Workplace Health and Safety qualification or related discipline

Job description

• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact

Category: Professional/Specialist

Location: Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000

The Opportunity

• Permanent Full-Time
• Competitive salary
• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact

Are you passionate about helping people recover from injury and achieve a safe and sustainable return to work?

HenderCare is seeking an experienced WHS & Return to Work Coordinator to join our team.

In this rewarding role, you'll support injured workers throughout their recovery journey, helping them remain at work or return to work safely as soon as practicable following a workplace injury. You'll develop and implement Return to Work Plans, coordinate with treating practitioners and other stakeholders, and support compliance with relevant legislation and organisational policies.

You'll join a collaborative and supportive team where your expertise will contribute to positive outcomes for injured workers, employers and HenderCare.

Take your next step with HenderCare.

About The Role

You'll play a key role in supporting injured workers while working closely with employers to achieve positive outcomes for both workers and businesses.

You'll coordinate return-to-work programs, identify suitable duties and collaborate with employers, treating practitioners and key stakeholders to overcome barriers, support recovery and facilitate successful returns to work.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate claim-related decision-making to support the timely progression and proactive management of each case.
• Develop and monitor Return to Work Plans and adjust strategies as recovery progresses.
• Identify and manage workplace risks to help prevent injury and recurrence.
• Support the resolution of issues or disputes relating to return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate communication with treating practitioners, employers and legal representatives where required.
• Monitor recovery progress and ensure appropriate actions are taken to support positive outcomes.
• Contribute to workplace health and safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.

Our Ideal Candidate

You'll be passionate about workplace health and safety and committed to supporting employees through their recovery and return-to-work journey.

You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in a return-to-work, injury management or workplace health and safety role.
• Knowledge of workers' compensation and return-to-work legislation.
• Understanding of injury management and rehabilitation processes.
• Strong communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to interpret medical certificates and healthcare provider reports.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A qualification in workplace health and safety or a related discipline is desirable.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks.

Welcome to HenderCare

At HenderCare, we pride ourselves on the high-quality care and support we provide to people living with disability, people in the acute healthcare sector, children and young people, and older Australians.

Our mission is to give our all for health and community care, with our clients at the forefront of everything we do. We're committed to enhancing lives, supporting individual goals and improving wellbeing.

We recognise that our greatest contribution to the lives of our clients is through investing in talented, caring and passionate people.

Why Join HenderCare?

• Make a Real Impact: Every role at HenderCare contributes to delivering meaningful outcomes for the people we support. Your work will directly contribute to safer workplaces and positive recovery outcomes.
• Grow Your Career: We invest in our people through mentoring, leadership coaching and professional development opportunities.
• Connected, Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative team that values open communication, mutual respect, wellbeing and inclusion.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: We offer flexible working options and access to our office to support your professional and personal wellbeing.
• Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, access to our employee benefits and perks scheme, including health, fitness and retail offers, as well as our Employee Assistance Program.

At HenderCare, we don't just fill roles - we empower people to build meaningful careers. If you're ready to make a real impact in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Diversity, Safety and Inclusion

HenderCare is an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer committed to maintaining a professional and safe working environment. We have a zero-tolerance approach to sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination and harassment.

We value Australia's diversity and seek to provide equal and equitable opportunities for all employees and prospective candidates, regardless of race, age, gender, sex, ability, culture, language or socio-economic background.

We are committed to fostering a work environment that respects and pays tribute to the rich history and culture of our First Nations People. Through our contribution to Closing the Gap, we aim to provide valuable employment opportunities for First Nations peoples and encourage their contribution to our workforce.

For more information, please contact [e-mail].