Return to Work Specialist

IntroductionAt Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose. OverviewSee yourself in our team:In the role of a Return to Work Specialist you will be is responsible for helping guide people through their recovery and return to work journey post workplace injury to achieve a sustainable return to work and life. You will do this by delivering a personalised, empathetic face to face service for individuals that have experienced a workplace injury. The roles focus is to positively influence and encourage parties to participate in the return to work process and take ownership of actions. This permanent full time role is based in Mount Gambier.  How you'll make an impactFacilitating and attending regular face to face visits with the injured worker, employer, treating health practitioners and allied health professionalsEducating and informing stakeholders on the return to work process, legislative requirements etc.Educating the injured worker on the benefits of utilising specialists, services and available support to assist in achieving the agreed return to work goalsAttending medical reviews with the injured worker to promote implementing strategies and early interventionWorking closely with vocational providers to achieve return to work and return to life outcomes for the injured workerFacilitating and monitor medical and like cost management strategies on claims, ensuring cost effectiveness for the purpose of sustainability of the schemeWorking closely with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency across portfolios, to produce return to work outcomes or review of entitlementsCommunicating with all relevant stakeholders to develop a Work Plan (Service Plan) regarding the return to work processEnsuring accurate and detailed documentation is recorded to ensure evidence based decisions on all claims;Attending file reviews with employer representatives;Assisting and educate employers and workers in completing any workers compensation documentation as required About you We are interested in hearing from people who have:Recent or previous work experience in Workers Compensation and/ or Claims Management experience is highly desirableExperience in the Allied Health or Job Placement industry is highly desirableDemonstrated knowledge of the Return to Work Act and its application is desirable, but not essentialDemonstrated knowledge of relevant acts, legislation and work health benefits is desirable, but not essentialExcellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills as well as a team player attitudeDemonstrated high levels of autonomy with a learning mindset.Experience working within a dynamic fast paced environment  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.