Return To Work Coordinator

The Opportunity

• Casual position
• Competitive payrates
• WFH arrangements
• A rewarding career where you will make a positive impact 

We are seeking an experienced Return to Work Coordinator to join our team on a casual basis. In this rewarding role, you will support injured workers to remain at work or return to work safely and as soon as practicable following a workplace injury. You will develop and implement Return to Work Plans, coordinate with treating practitioners and other stakeholders, and ensure compliance with legislation and organisational policies.

Our team is collaborative and supportive, providing opportunities to make a real impact on workplace health and safety.

Take your next step with HenderCare

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager of Corporate Services & Governance, you will be responsible for developing and implementing Return to Work Plans, coordinating with treating practitioners, allied health providers, and other key stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and organisational policies.

Other responsibilies will include:

• Coordinating claim-related decision-making to ensure timely progression and proactive management of each case.
• Identifying and managing risks to prevent recurrence of injury.
• Assist in the resolution of issues or disputes related to return-to-work process.
• Monitor recovery progress and adjust return-to-work strategies as needed to support optimal outcomes.
• Coordinate effective communication and consultation legal representatives where necessary.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Our Ideal Candidate

You will be someone who is passionate about keeping staff safe, and making a meaningful impact supporting emploees through their recovery. 

To be successful in this role you will be required to have: 

• A minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role in workplace health and safety.

• Knowledge of workers’ compensation and return-to-work legislation.

• An understanding of injury management and rehabilitation processes.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

• Ability to interpret medical certificates and provider reports.

• High attention to detail with strong record-keeping and organisational skills to managing competing priorities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant systems

• A qualification in workplace safety is desirerable.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks.

Welcome to HenderCare

At HenderCare, we pride ourselves on the high-quality care and support we offer to people living with a disability, people in the acute healthcare sector, children and young people, and our older Australians. Our mission is to give our all for health and community care, with our clients at the forefront of all that we do  enhancing their lives and assisting them to achieve their goals and improve their well-being.

We recognise that our greatest contribution to enhancing the lives of our clients is the investment in talented, caring, and passionate people.

So why choose HenderCare?

Make a Real Impact: Every role at HenderCare contributes to delivering meaningful, client centred care. Whether you’re working directly with clients or supporting behind the scenes, your work helps improve the lives of those we support

Grow your career: We invest in our people with structured mentoring, leadership coaching, and tailored professional development opportunities to support your career journey.

Connected, Supportive Team Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect. With a strong focus on wellbeing and a culture of inclusion, you’ll feel supported, heard and empowered.

Flexible Working Arrangements: We understand the importance of balance. With a variety of flexible working options and access to our office, we offer the flexibility you need to thrive professionally while maintaining personal wellbeing.

Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, access to our employee benefits and perks scheme (including health, fitness, and retail offers) and an amazing Employee Assistant Ptogram to support your well-being in the role.

At HenderCare, we don’t just fill roles, we empower people to build meaningful careers. If you’re ready to make a real impact in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.
 

Diversity, Safety and Inclusion

HenderCare is an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional and safe working environment with a zero-tolerance approach to sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination, and harassment. We value Australia's diversity and seek to improve equal and equitable opportunities for all employees and prospective candidates, regardless of race, age, gender, sex, abilities, culture, language, and socio-economic background. 

We are committed to fostering a work environment that respects and pays tribute to the rich history and culture of our First Nations People. Through our combined efforts in Closing the Gap, we aim to provide valuable employment for our First Nations peoples and encourage their contribution to our workforce.

Apply Today!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and would like to apply for this exciting opportunity? You will need to:
 

• Update your profile and apply through SEEK or via our career's website.

• Attach a current Resume/CV.

• Include a Cover Letter (2 pages max) about you and why you'd be the ideal candidate for us.

We are actively looking to fill this role and reserve the right to shortlist and interview applicants whilst this advertisement is open; therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Applications close on Thursday, 11 December at 11:59 pm

For more information, please contact careers@hendercare.com.au.
Please do not e-mail your applications.