Workplace Rehab Psychologist | Return-to-Work & Vocational

Work Initiatives; Maitland; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements (part-time,

Hybrid options)

Personalised training and supervision

Clear career pathways and development

COPP partnership for Provisional Psych

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Kinnect is seeking a dedicated Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant (Psychologist/Rehabilitation Counsellor) in Newcastle. You will support workers with psychological injuries, collaborating with stakeholders to craft graded return-to-work plans and provide adjustment-to-injury counselling.

Ideal candidates hold AHPRA registration or provisional eligibility, ASORC eligibility, and have strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration, or eligibility to practise as a Provisional Psychologist.
• Eligibility for or current ASORC membership (Rehabilitation Counsellor).
• Genuine passion for helping others, including recent graduates.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support workers with psychological injuries to return to work with graded plans.
• Provide adjustment-to-injury counselling and coping strategies.
• Conduct vocational counselling and assessments to explore new employment goals.
• Assist job-seeking and placement aligned with capacity and local labour market.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Independent and collaborative work

Case management software

Driver's licence

Vocational counselling experience

Education

AHPRA registration or provisional eligibility

ASORC eligibility or membership

Tools

General IT tools

Job description

Kinnect is seeking a dedicated Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant (Psychologist/Rehabilitation Counsellor) in Newcastle. You will support workers with psychological injuries, collaborating with stakeholders to craft graded return-to-work plans and provide adjustment-to-injury counselling.

Ideal candidates hold AHPRA registration or provisional eligibility, ASORC eligibility, and have strong interpersonal skills.