Brightwater is currently seeking an experienced and Injury Management and Return to Work Coordinator to join our Safety and Health team for a fixed term up to 16-months full time, covering a period of parental leave. 

The Injury Management and Return to Work Coordinator plays a crucial role in two key areas:

Employee Support: Facilitating the safe and successful return to work for injured employees by utilizing fit-for-purpose frameworks such as an early intervention program and structed return-to-work initiatives. Where required, assisting the navigation of workers' compensation system will also be required.

Safety Improvement: Collaborating with business leaders and at-risk employees to create and implement initiatives aimed at reducing safety incidents, preventing injuries, and enhancing Brightwater's overall safety performance.

Reporting to the Manager, Work Health and Safety, this position will collaborate with site leaders to manage and successfully return to work injured workers at Brightwater.

This is a crucial role that will also provide significant input into improvement initiatives for the whole of Brightwater’s safety performance, with a particular focus on strategies  that will reduce injuries across the organisation.

If this sounds like the right role for you, Brightwater offers:

• The ability to salary package up to up to $18,550 tax free per annum-meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your take-home pay.
• Our unique staff benefits program, including access to BrightwaterPlus which gives you discounts with over 370 retailers.
• Private Health benefits and discounts.
• Hybrid work conditions.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in safety and health, allied health or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience triaging an injured worker, determining appropriate medical management pathways and guiding the worker through to recovery.
• Comprehensive understanding of medical terminology, workers compensation legislation and the claims management process.
• Experience directing incident investigation priorities to determine the root cause of an injury, development and delivery of training presentations and a history of dealing with complex workers’ compensation claims will all be considered advantageous, however there are supportive team members and external consultants available to assist your personal growth in these areas.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer focus, emotional intelligence and empathy skills
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills in various environments and the ability to inclusively communicate with a diverse range of people, building successful relationships.
• Excellent computer skills with sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and experience in the use of safety databases and management software (SolvInjury experience will be an advantage).
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload, work effectively under pressure, problem solve and use resources effectively, safely and efficiently.
• Satisfactory National Police Certificate obtained within the last 12 months and a current Western Australian ‘C’ Class driver’s licence.

About Brightwater

With a track record that dates back to 1901, care is at our core.  We stand beside our clients during times of personal change, using experience and understanding to be the support they need. We’re ready for the complexities that come with ageing and disability, including dementia, Huntington’s disease, and acquired brain injury.

If you are passionate about helping people pursue the dignity of independence and have a spirit that is caring, authentic, progressive, and courageous then please read the attached job description for more information on the role, including a full list of duties and selection criteria to address.

Applications should be submitted through Brightwater’s online portal by 11th October 2024, 06:00pm however; Brightwater reserves the right to close this advert before this date.

For confidential enquiries, please phone Simi Joseph, Attraction and Acquisition Lead on 0401146249.

At Brightwater, we welcome people with diverse life experiences, thoughts, and beliefs. We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation where our clients and staff can flourish.

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