Rehabilitation Consultant - Allied Health (First Nations Identified Role)
Only for registered members
AUD 80,000 - 100,000
6 days ago
If you want to make a positive, lasting impact through the power of exceptional client care, we have the perfect role for you! At Konekt, one of Australia’s largest workplace injury prevention providers, you’ll enjoy variety in your day and have the chance to build a meaningful career. Join us and make the most of:
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* A genuine commitment to flexibility and trust to take ownership
* Unparalleled pathways for career growth at Konekt, our parent company APM or another of our partner brands
About the role
This is a program to improve the under-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Occupational Rehabilitation and is an equal opportunity measure under section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.
Konekt has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Exercise Physiologist, Osteopath, Psychologist, Rehabilitation Counsellor or Social Worker to deliver workplace injury prevention and rehabilitation solutions that enable individuals and organisations to achieve their potential, based in Townsville.
In this role, you will:
* Use your specialist knowledge and skills to help people to return to meaningful employment
* Evaluate the treatment and/or rehabilitation needs of workers who have been involved in a work-related or non-work-related injury or illness
* Support clients to identify future employment or training options
* Perform assessments in your area of clinical expertise including functional capacity evaluations, worksite, ergonomic or daily living assessments
* Take responsibility for effective case management to plan, coordinate and monitor client’s progress toward their return-to-work goal
* Engage with key stakeholders and develop strong relationships that drive successful partnerships
What’s in it for you at Konekt
* A supportive and friendly team environment
* Flexibility to structure your day and work compressed 9-day fortnights
* Ongoing training, career progression and professional development opportunities
* A generous incentive program with uncapped earning potential
* Industry-leading paid parental leave, up to 16 weeks, and opportunity to purchase additional leave
* Comprehensive employee wellbeing programs, plus community volunteering opportunities
* Discounts at major retailers and employee recognition program
Why we want you to join Konekt
* The care and compassion you have for people
* Your focus on exceptional client care
* Your ability to adapt and work with a variety of clients across a range of tasks
* Your capacity to work independently and as part of a team
* Your enthusiasm for new opportunities and ongoing learning
* Your commitment to being part of a collaborative and supportive team
You’ll also need to have:
* Professional registration with AHPRA, ESSA (AEP), ASORC, AASW
* Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field
* A current Working with Children Check
* Willingness to undergo a National Criminal History Check upon successful application
Ready to join? Apply today to fast-track your application or contact Simone Wong to find out more.
About Konekt, part of the APM Group
Konekt is one of the largest rehabilitation and workplace health providers in Australia. Each year, we help over 40,000 Australians back into work, recover from injury, and re-engage with their social and community life.
Our clients always come first and we work hard to help both individuals and organisations achieve their potential through a strong belief in the positive benefits of work.
When you work at Konekt, you can expect many rewarding moments as a part of our values-driven and highly motivated team, and enjoy a clear pathway for career growth and success.
Konekt is a part of the APM Group, a global health and human services provider now enabling better lives for more than 2.1 million people each year. APM helps people to find employment, improve their health and wellbeing, and participate in their community.
Konekt embraces D I V E R S I T Y and places a high priority on the principles of respect, equity, and diversity. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
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