Return To Work Specialist - Melbourne, Australia - Gallagher Bassett

Description

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.

Overview

About the role

As a Return to Work Specialist, you'll be a leader in recovery and return to work by influencing and driving return to work outcomes on all injury claims. Identify and triage claims that are high/Medium and Low risk of exceeding expected return to work outcomes, whilst working closely with the supporting case managers. The RTW Specialist will utilise their knowledge and skillset in return to work, person centred injury management and exceptional stakeholder communication skills, to drive optimal return to work outcomes.

How you'll make an impact

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing leadership as key subject matter expert within your team relating to recovery and RTW, whilst supporting your team manager and wider leadership group
• Managing a small portfolio of high-risk injury claims, supporting injured workers and employers with their recovery, RTW and return to health
• Supporting case managers of medium/low risk claims with regular claim conferencing
• Identifying biopsychosocial risk factors leading to strategic recovery and return to work goals whilst achieving RTW goals
• Identifying primary and secondary psychological claims whilst supporting appropriate strategic measures in managing injured workers back to full functional capacity
• Undertaking RTW visits (Virtual and in person) when required to support recovery and RTW outcomes
• Applying a person-centered management approach focusing on injured workers' needs, by setting recovery goals and supporting them to achieve these

About you

We're looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focussed individual who also has:

• Workers Compensation scheme Claims Management experience
• Knowledge of Personal Injury Management concepts relating to Victoria's Workers Compensation Scheme
• Excellent customer service skills and experience
• Time management, administrative and organisational skills
• Experience in leading people, teams or key initiatives
• Tertiary qualification in an appropriate discipline and/or demonstrated experience in a similar role is also ideal

What we can offer you

• Attractive remuneration packaging & flexible work arrangements – including Work from Home
• Paid Parental Leave
• Excellent working environment – friendly, flexible and supportive working environment which is built around great team support and rewarding opportunities;
• Exciting career – as our Company grows, so do the opportunities for our people;
• Opportunities for ongoing education and development;
• Service recognition awards; and employee assistance program for yourself and immediate family members.

To apply

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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 with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.