Return to Independence Specialist

Introduction

Join our growing team of dedicated professionals at Gallagher Bassett, who guide those in need to the best possible outcomes for their health and wellbeing. You'll be part of a resilient team that works together to redefine the boundaries of excellence. At our organization, we value collaboration and making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and claimants, offering you the opportunity to join a team where your skills and dedication can truly make a difference. GUIDE. GUARD. GO BEYOND.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you're close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

See yourself in our team:

As the Return to Independence Specialist, you will be responsible for the delivery of personalised, empathetic, and high-quality face-to-face service to seriously injured workers to assist them in gaining or maintaining Independence, developing achievable goals and if applicable, and where possible, achieving a return to work.

On a day to day basis you will:

• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with seriously injured workers and their families including assisting them to navigate the South Australia - Return to Work Act 2014, outlining roles and responsibilities when required;
• Participate in all aspects of goal development and strategies to maintain and/or gain independence with injured workers, working collaboratively with treating health practitioners and allied health providers;
• Identify seriously injured workers needs and manage Activities of Daily Living requirements;
• Identify, approve and facilitate the purchase of products, equipment and services that will assist seriously injured workers to remain independent and have access to the community;
• Facilitate and conduct contact with injured worker based on individual worker request;
• Provide introduction and education to seriously injured workers, employers if applicable and treatment providers to explain serious injury entitlements, goals and focus on independence.

We are interested in hearing from people who have:

• Comprehensive understanding of the Return to Work Act 2014 as amended and other Legislative requirements;
• Knowledge of the Workers' compensation industry, business requirements and administrative practices, policies procedures and guidelines;
• Experience in working within a multi-disciplinary team, coordinating and chairing meetings; and;
• Experience Developing RTW plans using SMART principles;
• Knowledge of available services to workers and employers;
• Product awareness of equipment to enhance independence; and;
• Experience in working with people with a disability or within the disability sector.

Working with us:

GB values its employees and offers a friendly, comfortable working environment that facilitates a Work and Life Balance! GB recognises that our benefits program holds a different value or meaning to each employee. At GB, there are a number of benefits available to our team to ensure we capture a wide range of products and services that we believe will positively impact our diverse workforce.

Just a few of our benefits include:

• Discounted Insurance
• Dress for your day
• Novated Leasing
• Flexible & hybrid working

To apply:

If this role sounds like your new career- we want to connect! Click on Apply for this Job. To be considered for this opportunity you must have right to live and work in Australia when applying. Agency applicants will not be considered for this position.

Gallagher Bassett is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Indigenous Australian applicants are encouraged to apply. As a member of the Diversity Council Australia, we recognise the importance of, and embrace diversity in the workplace. We will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant.

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• 4 weeks annual leave plus up to 2 weeks additional purchased Lifestyle Leave
• Novated Lea.