Team Leader - Rehab Counsellor/Psychologist (Newcastle City Council)

Team Leader - Rehab Counsellor/Psychologist (Newcastle City Council)

11 Aug
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Pinnacle Rehab
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Newcastle City Council

11 Aug

Pinnacle Rehab

Newcastle City Council

Team Leader - Rehab Counsellor/Psychologist

Pinnacle Rehab is an award-winning workplace rehab provider, with the goal of achieving quality recovery and return-to-work outcomes for individuals who have been injured at work, our dedicated consultants support these individuals to regain their confidence and independence.

Our people are at the forefront of the business, we are committed to staff development and training. The collaborative team culture, extensive induction and onboarding into the business will support you to build a solid foundation into the industry of occ rehab.

- Certified ‘Great Place to Work’ and #2 Best workplaces in Healthcare and Social Assistance in Australia, Best workplaces for Women
- Structured induction, and individually tailored onboarding program
- Flexibility to organise your own calendar with appointments, office days and work-from-home
- Ongoing support in a collaborative and fun team environment

The Opportunity:

Due to growth across the business and our expanding Psych Division,we currently have a current opportunity for an experiencedRehabilitationConsultant looking for the next step in their careerand moving into Leadership.

Full induction, training, and buddy system provided to set you up for success. Including weekly and monthly team meetings targeted at developing your exposure to differentpsychometricsassessments and interventions.

In your new role you will manage ateamofboth experienced and new starter consultants to support the growth and development of your team.

You will receive support from both a Regional Manager and a Divisional Manager tomaintainhigh-quality standards within your team. We provide ongoing training to meet evolving customer expectations and ensure successful return-to-work outcomes.

Looking after ateam of rehab consultants, your day will include:

- Provide ongoing coaching and guidance to consultants to enhance their skills and industry knowledge
- Monitor individual and team KPIs to ensure targets are met consistently




- Ensure compliance with service level agreements and checking billings
- Conduct regular reviews of consultants’ portfolios and strategies to ensure positive outcome
- Hold structured one-on-one meetings to discuss performance, challenges, and development goals with each member of your teamon a monthly basis
- Manage a small caseload to keep up to date with market changes and customer expectations

What is on offer:

- Excellent remuneration on offer plus achievable bonus
- All travelreimbursedat $0.99 per km, including tolls and parking expenses
- Structured induction and onboarding with buddy system, including ongoing weekly and monthly team meetings to support your learning
- Professional development opportunities
- Latest technology with laptop and iPhone provided
- Regular seasonal social events throughout the year
- Opportunity toparticipatein our Emerging Leaders Program for career developmentopportunities

Your Wellbeing our Heartbeat -Our employee benefits program

- Wellbeing Support - Employee Assistance Programs
- Employee Connection - Social entertainment budgets
- Life Balance - Unplug agreement, flexible working arrangements
- Paid Parental Leave - entitlements to support your growing family
- Learning and Development - Group supervision sessions, quarterly formal professional development and monthly bites and insights

About You

- Associate or Full membership with ASORC as a Rehabilitation CounsellorOR AHPRA as a Psychologist
- Previousexperience working in occupational rehab
- Car and valid Driver’s license
- Police check or willingness to obtain apolicecheck prior to commencement
- Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
- Ability to work in autonomously and as part of a team

Pinnacle Rehab is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, cultural or linguistic background, religion, disability, personal identity, veteran status, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees.

Applications close on 10th August 2026.

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📌 Team Leader - Rehab Counsellor/Psychologist (Newcastle City Council)
🏢 Pinnacle Rehab
📍 Newcastle City Council

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