APS6 Rehabilitation Case Manager
  • Location Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
  • Posted 24th June 2025
  • Advertiser Hays - ANZ
  • Lead complex, high-impact rehabilitation cases
  • Strategic role with high influence
  • Career progression in a supportive APS environment

Your new company

Join a high-impact federal government agency dedicated to supporting the health, wellbeing, and recovery of its workforce. This department offers a collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven environment where your expertise in rehabilitation case management will directly contribute to positive outcomes for employees and the broader public service.

Your new role

As an APS6 Rehabilitation Case Manager, you will lead complex case management activities, providing expert advice and coordination of rehabilitation services. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, medical professionals, and external providers to ensure timely, effective, and sustainable return-to-work outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Managing complex rehabilitation cases from early intervention through to return-to-work
  • Developing and implementing tailored rehabilitation and case management plans
  • Providing expert advice on injury management, workplace adjustments, and legislative compliance
  • Liaising with employees, managers, and treatment providers to coordinate services
  • Ensuring compliance with the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act and other relevant frameworks
  • Preparing high-quality reports, documentation, and case summaries for internal and external stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have:
  • Demonstrated experience in rehabilitation case management within the APS or a similar environment
  • Strong understanding of relevant legislation and return-to-work principles
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • High-level organisational and documentation capabilities
  • A current Baseline security clearance or the ability to obtain one (highly desirable)
  • Qualifications in allied health, rehabilitation, or a related field (desirable)

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary and superannuation
  • Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on employee wellbeing and recovery
  • Access to future APS career pathways and professional development

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email chloe.stewart@hays.com.au.

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