Job Description
About Us
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.
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
We are seeking an outcome-focused Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant to join our multidisciplinary team on the Gold Coast.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys job seeking, employer engagement and helping people identify and secure lasting employment.
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.
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 new work.
Key Responsibilities
Provide vocational guidance, job readiness support and practical job-seeking assistance to injured workers seeking new employment
Conduct labour market research to identify realistic employment options aligned with each worker's functional capacity, transferable skills, experience and interests
Support workers with resumes, cover letters, job applications and interview preparation
Develop individualised return-to-work plans aligned with medical advice and current labour market opportunities
Canvass employers directly to identify suitable employment, interview and placement opportunities
Support workers through the recruitment and placement process to achieve sustainable employment outcomes
Liaise with insurers, employers and treating health practitioners to coordinate effective return-to-work planning




Maintain accurate case notes and documentation in line with legislative, insurer and organisational requirements
Why Join KINNECT
Personalised training and structured supervision
Clear pathways for career progression and career development, including access to our Workplace Rehabilitation Success Program, Emerging Leaders Program, and Psych Focus Group
For Provisional Psychologists: partnership with COPP (College of Professional Psychology) to support your 5+1 internship year
Regular pay reviews and monthly performance-based incentives
Supportive and positive team culture
Dynamic culture with birthday leave and regular social events
Hear From the Team
"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."
Geordie M, Lead Registered Psychologist
What Will You Bring to the Role?
Psychologists: current AHPRA registration
Rehabilitation Counsellors: eligibility for or current full membership of ASORC
A genuine passion for helping others.
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
Solid interpersonal and communication skills
Effective time management and organisational skills
Confidence to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Competence with case management software and general IT tools
A current and valid driver's licence
Bonus: experience in vocational counselling, employment services or return-to-work services
Apply Now!
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.
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 .
All applications must be submitted through the portal.
No agencies.
We look forward to hearing from you!

📌 Vocational Rehab Consultant (Psychologist/Rehab Counsellor) (Gold Coast)
🏢 Kinnect
📍 Gold Coast