Job Description
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About Us
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At KINNECT, we help people return to life and work through tailored workplace rehabilitation services. As we continue to grow, we're committed to creating a supportive environment where highly skilled professionals can build their careers while making a real difference.
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Join our team of happy, highly skilled people, creating sustainable value, where collaboration, professional development and quality outcomes are at the heart of what we do.
Let the Journey Begin
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We are seeking an outcome-focused Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant to join our multidisciplinary team on the Gold Coast.
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This role is ideal for someone who enjoys job seeking, employer engagement and helping people identify and secure lasting employment.
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You will support injured workers who are unable to return to their pre-injury employer to identify suitable employment options, build job readiness, engage with employers, attend interviews and achieve sustainable return-to-work outcomes under the workers compensation scheme.
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This is not a traditional clinical counselling role. The focus is on vocational rehabilitation, employment outcomes and practical support to help people successfully transition into current work.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide vocational guidance, job readiness support and practical job-seeking assistance to injured workers seeking new employment
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Conduct labour market research to identify realistic employment options aligned with each worker's functional capacity, transferable skills, experience and interests
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Support workers with resumes,



cover letters, job applications and interview preparation
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Develop individualised return-to-work plans aligned with medical advice and current labour market opportunities
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Canvass employers directly to identify suitable employment, interview and placement opportunities
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Support workers through the recruitment and placement process to achieve sustainable employment outcomes
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Liaise with insurers, employers and treating health practitioners to coordinate effective return-to-work planning
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Maintain accurate case notes and documentation in line with legislative, insurer and organisational requirements
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Why Join KINNECT
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Personalised training and structured supervision
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Clear pathways for career progression and professional development, including access to our Workplace Rehabilitation Success Program, Emerging Leaders Program, and Psych Focus Group
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For Provisional Psychologists: partnership with COPP (College of Professional Psychology) to support your 5+1 internship year
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Regular pay reviews and monthly performance-based incentives
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Supportive and positive team culture
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Dynamic culture with birthday leave and regular social events
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Hear From the Team
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"Occupational Rehab at KINNECT is not the traditional psychology path, but it is incredibly rewarding. I have developed skills like motivational interviewing and micro-counselling that I use every day. The flexibility, support, and diversity of cases make it an amazing place to grow both professionally and personally."
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What Will You Bring to the Role?
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Psychologists: current AHPRA registration
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Rehabilitation Counsellors: eligibility for or current full membership of ASORC
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A genuine passion for helping others. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Effective time management and organisational skills
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Confidence to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
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Competence with case management software and general IT tools
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A current and valid driver's licence
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Bonus: experience in vocational counselling, employment services or return-to-work services
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Apply Now!
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If you're looking for a role where you can use your professional skills in a practical, outcome-focused way to help people return to work they value, we'd love to hear from you.
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Please submit your resume and cover letter telling us why you are a good fit for the role and when you can start. If you have any questions, contact our Careers Team at .
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All applications must be submitted through the portal. No agencies.
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We look forward to hearing from you!
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📌 Vocational Rehab Consultant (Psychologist/Rehab Counsellor) (Gold Coast)
🏢 Kinnect
📍 Gold Coast