ADF Rehabilitation Consultant

About Us:
Acumen, (part of Generation Health) is a Nation-wide, allied health and occupational rehabilitation service provider. We are proud to be partnering with industry giant, BUPA to support the health and well-being of the people who defend Australia and its national interest.
We have an exciting new opportunity for a full-time (ideally) ADF Rehabilitation Consultant to join our tight knit team in Nowra NSW. Working with the Australian Defence Force at HMAS Albatross, the opportunity suits an experience Rehabilitation Consultant, rehabilitation counsellor or clinician who wants the opportunity to support our defence force personnel. If you think you're the kind of person who would thrive in this environment we would love to hear from you!
The Opportunity:
Acumen are on a growth journey and we are looking for talented and motivated allied health clinicians from the following disciplines; Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy / Exercise Physiology / Rehabilitation Counselling /Social Work/ Mental Health Nurses / Provisional Psychologists and Psychologists.
As a Rehabilitation Consultant you will be partnering with Defence personnel who have sustained an injury or trauma and be responsible for assessing their needs to develop and then implement strategies to enable their rehabilitation.
The successful Candidate:
Degree qualified with current clinical skills as an OT, Physio., Exercise Physiologist, Rehabilitation Consultant, Social Work, Provisional Psychologist and Psychologist.
Current an full registration with a relevant professional body (APHRA, ESSA, ASORC and AASW)
At least 6 -12 months experience in Occupational Rehabilitation (desirable)
A full driver’s license
Be able to demonstrate sound clinical reasoning abilities and possess highly effective communication skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills
An unrelenting passion to help people rehabilitate and transform into the best version of themselves
Previous experience in Occupational Rehabilitation industry is highly desirable and candidates with this background are encouraged to apply/contact our talent acquisition consultant for a confidential conversation about what is on offer.
You will enjoy:
A fantastic and unique opportunity to work with the Australian Defence Team
A supportive national network of leaders and mentors across the health profession
Thorough induction process with ongoing support including shadowing highly experienced and supportive team members
Professional development and potential for career progression into senior consultant roles
Working for a growing company with a highly supportive, fun and friendly team ethos
Study support linked to a personalised professional development plan
Please note all applicants must be Australian citizens and will be subject to a security check required by the Australian Defence Force.
Ready to join?
Click APPLY now and complete your application through our online recruitment platform.
For a confidential chat please contact Jeannie Chrisostomou on 0411 177 993 or connect at: committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity.
We welcome all people to join our team, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, living with disability, all gender identities, LGBTQIA+, people of any socioeconomic status, of any age, race, national origin or ethnicity. We believe each person’s uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity
We welcome all people to join our team, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, living with disability, all gender identities, LGBTQIA+, people of any socioeconomic status, of any age, race, national origin or ethnicity. We believe each person’s uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do.

18 April 2024
Location: Australia New South Wales Nowra
Work type:
Temporary/Contract
PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters.

Only direct applications will be considered.

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