Help people stay well. Help people return stronger.
At Home in Place, we know that when our people are supported, they can do their best work for the communities we serve.

We're looking for a compassionate, proactive and people-focused Recover and Work and Wellbeing Coordinator to join our Human Resources team. This unique role combines workplace wellbeing, injury management and return-to-work coordination, helping employees stay connected, supported and successful throughout their wellbeing and recovery journey.

If you're passionate about supporting people, building positive workplace experiences and creating meaningful outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us
Home in Place is one of Australia's largest not-for-profit housing providers, committed to delivering safe, affordable and sustainable housing solutions. We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, offering flexible work options, professional development opportunities and a supportive team culture.

About the Role
Based in our Newcastle office, this full time position plays a key role in supporting employee wellbeing, recovery and workplace participation across the organisation.
Working closely with employees, leaders, insurers, rehabilitation providers and health professionals, you'll coordinate injury management and return-to-work programs while contributing to workplace wellbeing and psychosocial safety initiatives that help create a healthy, safe and supportive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate workers' compensation claims, injury management plans and return-to-work programs to achieve safe and sustainable outcomes.




- Act as the primary contact for workers compensation and injury management matters
- Maintain regular communication with injured employees to support positive recovery outcomes
- Provide guidance and support to leaders on injury management, workplace adjustments and return to work obligations.
- Identify opportunities to improve recovery at work processes and employee wellbeing initiatives.
- Support the development and delivery of workplace wellbeing, psychosocial safety and early intervention initiatives.
- Partner with employees, leaders, insurers, rehabilitation providers and medical practitioners to support positive wellbeing and recovery outcomes.
- Coordinate workplace wellbeing programs, campaigns and education activities

You will bring:

- Experience in workers' compensation, injury management, rehabilitation and/or return-to-work coordination.
- Knowledge of injury management principles, workers' compensation legislation and best practice recovery-at-work approaches.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
- Experience supporting workplace wellbeing, psychological health or psychosocial safety initiatives will be highly regarded.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.




- A professional, empathetic and solution-focused approach when managing sensitive matters.

Qualifications in Human Resources, Work Health & Safety, Rehabilitation, Injury Management, Psychology, Health Sciences or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
What We Offer

- Flexible working arrangements, including a 9-day fortnight or monthly RDO.
- Up to $15,900 tax-free salary packaging.
- Paid Birthday Leave.
- Discounted gym membership (Fitness Passport).
- Free, confidential EAP services.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Meaningful work with a purpose-driven organisation making a positive difference in communities across Australia.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the role.
For confidential enquiries about the position, please contact our HR Team on 02 4920 2600 or email [email protected].

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The position may close prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified, so we encourage you to apply early.
Please note, successful applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Check.

Our Commitment
Home in Place values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team and we'll work with you to meet your needs.
Home in Place is committed to maintaining the highest standards of child safety and protection.

📌 Recover At Work and Wellbeing Coordinator (Newcastle)
🏢 Home in Place Australia
📍 Newcastle