We are seeking individuals with a professional background in Psychology (General or Provisional) or Rehabilitation Counselling interested in working in the Occupational Rehabilitation sector in Wollongong NSW.

New grads welcome to apply - We offer Primary Internal Supervision!  

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.

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation!  We are excited to let you know about and share how our 12 month ActionPacked Graduate Program can launch your fulfilling career.

At Ability Action Australia, we are committed to empowering people with disability of all ages, to ‘get more out of life today!’  Equally, we are dedicated to uplifting and celebrating our exceptional clinicians for the important work they do.

Packed with Benefits – Opportunity to earn up to $100Kpa+ in salary and benefits

You've put in the years of hard work, and now it's time for the rewards!  At Ability Action Australia, we have an array of perks to make your transition into a rewarding career truly fantastic.

• A guaranteed salary of $83,250 per annum (including super)
• A travel allowance, dependent upon the volume of travel you do as part of your role, valued at over $5K/year
• An external CPD allowance of up to $1,5K/year 
• Multiple performance-based incentive programs
• A laptop and smartphone
• A quality clinical toolkit to get you started
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing
• Exclusive discounts on travel, health insurance and gym membership

But what genuinely sets us apart is the incredible support system you will find at Ability Action Australia – a dedicated team that’s by your side throughout your growth journey.

Packed with Support and Development

We believe in providing our team members with great career pathways, and we start at the very beginning. Our 12 month ActionPacked Graduate Program is designed to accelerate your learning and development within a supportive environment.

• Professional Development: Kick-off with an immersive 12 week program followed by monthly clinical workshops and personal growth sessions.  We offer an abundance of training opportunities aligned with your interests and to strengthen your practice.
• A Team Committed to Your Success: With weekly 1:1 supervision, an experienced buddy, clinical mentors, group supervision, and fortnightly training, you are part of a team that genuinely cares about your development and engagement.
• NDIS Support: Working in the NDIS can be deeply fulfilling and rewarding, but we understand you might be nervous about your new role.  Our dedicated team is here to help build your knowledge, simplify the process, and support you to master the art of report writing.
• Flexibility: Choose where you work - be it from home, your favourite café, our clinical hubs, or team spaces – it's your call.
• Endless Opportunities: Whether you aspire to lead or specialise, Ability Action Australia’s growth and affiliation with the MedHealth group ensures- it's all possible. A bright future starts here, and we’re here to support you to build your career.

Our Action-focused Graduates

We are looking for graduates who share our commitment to making a difference in the lives of people with disability and supporting them to ‘get more out of life today!’. Our ideal candidates are:

• Empathetic and driven to create meaningful, life-changing outcomes
• Embrace their potential and committed to developing their abilities through effort, learning and tenacity
• Passionate team players, willing to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team to achieve outcomes
• Energetic and ready to embrace exciting opportunities with enthusiasm and trust
• Committed to clear, simple communication so that the people we support can easily understand what we do and why
• Eligible to acquire full registration with AHPRA or certified practising membership with SPA upon graduation

About the AAA Team

Our name says it all – we focus on the ability of every person and take action, supporting them to ‘get more out of life today’.  As a nationally registered NDIS provider of therapeutic, positive behaviour and employment supports, we work with people to understand their needs and barriers, and then develop an action plan that supports them to build capacity and maximise independence.

Our committed team members provide services in the community or in one of our accessible clinics.  In our growing national organisation, we are focused on ensuring the people we support have choice in when and how they receive services.

At Ability Action Australia, find your purpose with the freedom to choose when and where you work. We are a values-driven, inclusive organisation which supports your growth, wellbeing, and offers exciting career opportunities.

How to apply

Ready to embark on an exciting journey with Ability Action Australia?  We are eager to hear from you!  Just click 'apply now' to take the first step towards a bright future.

For more insights into our graduate program in the Wollongong area, don't hesitate to get in touch with Clare Neal on 0436 465 647 or [email protected] .

Join private practice in Wollongong, where you'll be supported by a friendly and dedicated management team committed to providing excellent patient care and fostering a positive work environment for staff.

You will have the flexibility to choose between two working arrangements as a contractor with a 50/50 split or salaried position with a flexible start date, ensuring that you have a stable and reliable source of income.

If you are planning to relocate to Wollongong from a another city, we are committed to supporting you in this transition. For the right candidate, we will consider offering a relocation bonus to help ease the financial burden associated with moving.

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonuses
• Supportive management
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible rosters

Benefits of Living in Wollongong:

1. Beach Lifestyle: Enjoy stunning beaches right at your doorstep, perfect for relaxation or outdoor activities like surfing and swimming.
2. Natural Beauty: Explore nearby national parks, picturesque coastal walks, and scenic lookouts offering breathtaking views of the coastline and hinterland.
3. Vibrant Community: Experience the lively culture of Wollongong with its diverse dining options, bustling markets, and regular events and festivals.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.

For more information please reach out to [email protected]

Our team work with clients to identify their goals and aspirations, build skills and job-readiness, and coach them through interviews and into employment – as well as work with prospective employers to support and help them realise the benefits of employing a diverse workforce. In short, the team’s approach is to support a person in the way that most helps them transform their life. 

As a Job Coach, you will be responsible for the successful placement and transition of clients into sustainable employment and/or education, providing a high quality, individually tailored service, promoting atWork clients to both local and national employers and contributing to the site's overall Star Ratings performance.
 

A Job Coaches day looks like: 

• Contact 1:1 or group appointments to encourage, motivate and case manage clients through appropriate activities and ensuring mutual obligations are met
• Placing clients into sustainable long-term employment by reverse marketing to potential employers and referring to your employer employment teams’ vacancies
• Coaching and guiding clients to help achieve employment goals
• Ensuring all activity is appropriately recorded, documented, and adheres to compliance and/or contractual requirements.
• Striving to surpass your KPI’s monthly

• Guaranteed hours and shifts in Wollongong for Permanent Part Time role. 
• Award rate $27.89 - $30.11 per hour dependant on experience plus Super and Paid KM's.
• Accelerated career progression. Employee Benefits Program with discounts on Food, Clothing, Shoes, Spa Treatments and more. 

When was the last time you made a difference in someone's life?

For our Aged Care Workers, it’s with every customer, and on every shift. It takes a special person to be a Care Worker and help the older members of our community. We are looking for just that person to join our KinCare team in the Wollongong area.

Your day will include:

• Domestic Assistance: Cleaning the home of older people so they have a safe and beautiful place to live
• Helping our customers with meal preparation and shopping 
• Providing social support and transport to lifestyle activities
• Personal care inc getting them up, showered and dressed for the day, medication management, assisting with mobility and therapy goals
• Providing respite and emotional support
• Social support and transport to appointments
• Providing complex care for customers with high care needs, such as dementia 

Why KinCare?

• We’re committed to improving the quality of life and wellbeing for our customers through tailored in-home care services. 
• Guaranteed hours close to home as a permanent part time employee.
• Your well-being is our priority! You can’t care for others if you don’t look after yourself.
• Extensive paid training and culture of continuous learning to ensure you know what’s expected and have the opportunity to learn.
• Accelerated learning programs to gain your professional qualifications (Cert 3).
• Paid CPR and First Aid courses.
• Paid Km’s, phone allowance and discounts on your car maintenance.
• Free uniform and a shoe allowance.
• Support at every step of your employment journey with KinCare.

What do we look for in a Care Worker? 

• You care about assisting our aged community so they can live independently at home for longer. 
• You have a current P1 class or above Australian Drivers License and a registered vehicle – travel is part of the role.
• You don’t sweat the small stuff; sometimes your customer will be having a bad day or traffic delays you. You know not to take this personally and to shake it off before your next customer.
• You're available to work at least 3 days - Monday - Friday. No night or weekend work here.
• You're comfortable working independently and finding solutions to everyday problems, knowing when to ask your Manager for help. 

If you’re looking for an organisation that cares about you, apply today!

When you apply we will send you a link to a short online assessment from Vervoe so you can see what a day in the life of our Home Care Worker will be like. Before joining our team, we will be performing a National Police Check/Right to Work, functional fitness assessment on your behalf, as well as confirming evidence of COVID vaccination.

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant

We are seeking individuals with a professional background in Occupational Therapy interested in working in the Occupational Rehabilitation sector in Wollongong and Nowra NSW area.

We welcome new graduates to apply!

The position is available for both full-time and part-time (3 - 4 days per week).  

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.