We are seeking individuals with a professional background in Occupational Therapy or Exercise Physiology or Physiotherapy interested in working in the Occupational Rehabilitation sector in Parramatta NSW.

We welcome new graduates to apply!

In this diverse role, you will enjoy the flexibility and autonomy to manage your own day. You will have the support of a strong, close team of driven and energetic healthcare professionals with the backing and resources of a global corporate infrastructure. Providing occupational rehabilitation services to clients with a range of conditions, both physical and psychological and supporting them to achieve return to health and return to work outcomes.

Your duties will include:

• Case management (caseloads are manageable, and our consultants have the support of Rehabilitation Assistants to alleviate administrative tasks); 
• Applying your clinical knowledge to improve return to work outcomes;
• Working with employers and employees to develop and implement injury prevention and workplace education programs;
• Working collaboratively with injured workers, employers, medical and allied health professionals;
• Working across various schemes such as workers compensation, compulsory third party, life insurance, Comcare, Department of Veteran's Affairs, and employer-funded injury prevention programs;
• Assisting those with an injury or health condition to achieve return to health and return to work outcomes;
• Completing a variety of assessments using your clinical skills, including but not limited to initial, workplace and vocational assessments to review diagnosis, support treatment plans, address psychosocial barriers to employment and identify suitable employment opportunities for workers who have sustained workplace injuries or injuries sustained from motor vehicle accidents.

Allied Health Professionals have a diverse and role, offering opportunity to assist job seekers who have complex barriers to employment by conducting assessments, undertaking a variety of therapeutic interventions, facilitating groups, and, providing recommendations to appropriate vocational and non-vocational services.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply as we want you and the cultural knowledge you possess to help us build our wellness team.  The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people with Australian Citizenship. The successful applicant will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

• This is a permanent opportunity, offering flexible work options -  including telehealth opportunities 
• Flexibility for full or part time hours available
• National role - work anywhere in Australia

Key duties of the role will include:

• Conduct thorough assessments of candidates with a range of disability and barriers to employment;
• Offer counselling intervention as needed, utilising various psychological methodologies;
• Refer candidates to additional external support services to help address barriers;
• Provide evaluations on assessments and monitor the progression of cases;
• Liaise with medical professionals and community agencies on behalf of candidates; and
• Provide training and guidance to atWork staff on psychological services and procedures.
• Opportunity to work closely with our team of Indigenous Mentors throughout our different service regions across Australia

Are you looking for some variety or to try vocational rehab while still working clinically? Or are you wanting very flexible work arrangements that you can balance with your current lifestyle or family commitments? Why not join us on a casual or part time basis!

On a day-to-day basis you will be an integral part of the close-knit team of IPAR.

Consultants who work with and support people who have sustained a psychological or physical injury in the workplace. You will be integrated as a valued team member whilst also working with a high level of autonomy and flexibility. You will be assessing needs and then providing effective solutions and strategies to ensure that IPAR clients receive a safe return to work within their same employer or with a new employer as part of their rehabilitation and recovery

In this diverse role, you will enjoy the flexibility and autonomy to manage your own day. You will have the support of a strong, close team of driven and energetic healthcare professionals with the backing and resources of a global corporate infrastructure. Your duties will include:

• Case management (caseloads are manageable, and our consultants have the support of Rehabilitation Assistants to alleviate administrative tasks) 
• Applying your clinical knowledge to improve return to work outcomes
• Working with employers and employees to develop and implement injury prevention and workplace education programs
• Working collaboratively with injured workers, employers, medical and allied health professionals
• Completing a variety of assessments using your clinical and discipline specific allied health skills, such as Functional Capacity Evaluations, Worksite Assessments, Ergonomic Assessments, and Activities of Daily Living Assessments.

• Part-time, 3 days a week 8:30am-4:30pm
• Ringwood East
• $32 per hour + Salary Packaging

What You’ll Be Doing

Join our Child Development and School Readiness Allied Health Teams and provide paediatric Allied Health support to children under 7 years. Our community health program is looking for someone who enjoys working with young children in group settings and who is keen to learn from our skilled team of clinicians. You will be involved with supporting the Parent Child Mother Goose (PCMG) group programs, therapeutic groups for Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy and resource development for clinicians. You will also help clinicians provide goal-focused care using evidence-based strategies, maintain documentation and databases, and ensure cultural sensitivity in communication with clients. Additionally, the role involves preparing resources and implementing programs, maintaining equipment, and contributing to the overall coordination of services. The ideal candidate will be a team player, have excellent IT skills and great communication.

To view a copy of the full Position Description, click here. Alternatively, for more information please contact Rosalie Brodie at [email protected] or Sheila Ferris (Manager) at [email protected] 

What’s In It For You

Compensation: Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year and up to $2,650 additional tax-free money to spend towards meals and entertainment 

Culture: Engaging, inclusive, and supportive team environment

Variety: No two days are the same. You’ll be working across our Ringwood East office and outreach sites.

Professional Development: Support for you to develop and prosper as well as mentoring and supervision.

The Team

Collaborating with other passionate and supportive professionals within a variety of disciplines, include Occupational Therapists, Speech therapists and another Allied Health Assistant, our team is dedicated to giving clients the best possible support and long-term outcomes.