Return to Work Coordinator
- Support employees recovering from workplace injury or illness.
- Coordinate safe, sustainable return-to-work outcomes.
- Manage return-to-work and injury management matters across a diverse workforce.
Job Description
Use your return-to-work and injury management expertise to support positive recovery outcomes within a large government organisation.
Temporary opportunity – approximately 3 months
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Suitable for Central Coast and Newcastle-based candidates
peoplefusion is partnering with a large government organisation to recruit an experienced Return to Work Coordinator. Working within People and Culture, you’ll support employees recovering from workplace injury or illness and coordinate safe, sustainable return-to-work outcomes.
About the Role
Working as part of an experienced team, you will manage return-to-work and injury management matters across a diverse workforce.
Key responsibilities include:
Coordinating return-to-work and rehabilitation programs
Managing workplace injury matters and supporting employees through recovery
Liaising with managers, medical practitioners and rehabilitation providers
Reviewing medical reports and assessments
Providing advice on workers compensation and injury management
Maintaining accurate case documentation and records
Working autonomously within relevant legislation, policies and procedures
The role requires a strong level of independent decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
About You
You will ideally bring:
Significant Return to Work, Workers Compensation or Injury Management experience
Experience managing rehabilitation programs and injury cases
Strong knowledge of Workers Compensation legislation
Ability to interpret medical reports and assessments
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
A professional, organised and solutions-focused approach
WorkCover accreditation as a rehabilitation coordinator
Current NSW Class C driver's licence
Registered Nurse qualifications and immunisation accreditation are desirable but not essential.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Approximately 3-month temporary assignment
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Suitable for candidates across the Central Coast and Newcastle
Join an experienced and supportive team
Work within a large government organisation
Make a genuine contribution to employee recovery and wellbeing
How to Apply
If this feels like the opportunity for you, click "Apply" to submit your CV.
To learn more, please contact Jodie McGuire on 02 4927 2009 or jodiem@peoplefusion.com.au for a confidential discussion.
At peoplefusion we don’t just accept diversity and inclusion we celebrate it! We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.
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