Injury Management Specialist

Injury Management Specialist Spinal Life Australia is a non‑profit organisation that provides expert knowledge, specialist therapies and supports tailored for people with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities. We're the largest provider of support services to people living with spinal cord injury in Australia. Our opportunity We are currently seeking an Injury Management Specialist who will take responsibility for managing Spinal Life Australia’s workers compensation claims, injury management & prevention. This is a permanent full‑time opportunity based at our Head Office at Woolloongabba. Role responsibilities Manage worker’s compensation claims to decrease lost time impact to the business and influence the successful reduction of workers compensation insurance premiums. Liaise with injured workers, managers, workers' compensation insurer and health providers to identify suitable duties and provide best return to work outcomes for injured workers and assist claim finalisation. Co‑ordinate Incident Reporting, Injury Management and Return to Work programs for injured employees. Recommend and Implement strategies to reduce workers compensation claims and costs. Assist recruitment in mitigating risk through implementing appropriate pre‑employment assessments and strategies. Maintain the WHS management system and contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of safety initiatives that ensures a healthy & safe environment for all. Develop, identify and / or deliver injury prevention and management training to new staff and refresher training to existing staff. Your skills & experience Extensive experience in managing complex claims with positive outcomes. Experience in providing leadership, guidance, and advice on injury management to effect improvements in health, safety, and wellbeing performances. Experience in QLD Workers compensation scheme, or the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of WA Workers compensation scheme. Ability to build rapport with varying stakeholders including employees, managers, Workcover and health professionals. A current return to work co‑ordinator certification. Knowledge of WHS compliance, legislation, and guidelines. Previous experience working in the non‑profit sector and / or providing services for the people funded under the National Disability Insurance Scheme is desirable. You’ll also need to Hold or be willing to obtain an NDIS Workers Screening & Blue Card. Complete NDIS WorkerOrientation Module (Certificate given on Completion). You’ll also enjoy all the benefits of working with Spinal Life Australia, including Ongoing training and development – we say it because we do it. Attractive salary along with salary packaging arrangements that can increase your take‑home pay. Real work / life balance including accrued monthly days off and the ability to purchase extra leave. Working in a team where your expertise is recognised and your contribution truly valued. Convenient Woolloongabba location close to public transport, parking, and some good coffee shops Apply today and become an integral part of our growing team. Please include both a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the advertised role and why you want to join our team. For more information, please call Cheryl Varghese, Talent Acquisition Specialist - Allied Health & Corporate Services. Spinal Life Australia is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disabilities to apply. We also actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for our positions. All applications will be assessed as they are received. Visit our website for more information about what we do, our clients, and our staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr