Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant

Unum; Dorking; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employee benefits provider in the UK is hiring a Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant to manage employee rehabilitation cases. The ideal candidate should have a relevant professional qualification, excellent management skills, and be capable of working independently. The role supports hybrid working arrangements, promoting mental health and well-being within a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Professional subscriptions

Performance bonus

Pension

Life insurance

Income protection

Regular clinical supervision

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in a relevant field or recent graduate.
• Experience in case management may be beneficial.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of referrals to support employees after ill-health.
• Use consultancy techniques to develop comprehensive reports.
• Organize and manage between 25-30 cases at a time.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Clinical reasoning

Interviewing techniques

Education

Degree in psychology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, sports therapy/rehab or nursing

Job description

Overview

We’re a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we’re on a collective mission to help the working world thrive.

The role

Position: Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant

Location: Basingstoke or Dorking with hybrid working. Remote/Home based locations considered based on proximity to offices.

What you will do

• Manage a caseload of referrals from customers and claims assessors to support employees in returning to the workplace after ill-health or injury.
• Use consultancy and interviewing techniques to draw out information from employees, and use clinical reasoning to develop comprehensive reports with recommendations and a return-to-work plan for individuals.
• Demonstrate excellent time management and organisational skills to manage a caseload of 25–30 cases. Experience in case management and absence management would be desirable.

What you will bring

From a similar background, with a professional or workplace qualification in psychology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, sports therapy/rehab or a registered nurse, or recently graduated with a relevant degree.

Support and development

If successful, you will be provided with mentoring support for up to 3 months and will be supported by 2 mentors to get you up to speed. We also support with biannual CPD days, regular clinical supervision and peer reviews. Remote workers will be considered based on proximity to our office locations and are required to attend office days for CPD days, training and quarterly team meetings.

Benefits and culture

At Unum we offer a range of benefits including professional subscriptions and qualifications, a performance bonus, pension, life insurance and income protection. We are big on mental health and wellbeing for our employees and customers, and if you are looking for flexibility in your working week, please let us know.

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Why join us?

At Unum, we’ve created a workplace where people feel supported to progress and grow, and can see their ambitions coming to life. We’ve built an inclusive environment where you can be yourself, whilst also being part of a growing organisation. From charity and volunteer opportunities to career growth, your possibilities are endless.

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Company: Unum UK