At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate workers compensation claims and ensure workplace safety compliance.
- Company: We Care NSW, a growing Not for Profit supporting vulnerable communities.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, Employee Assistance Program, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Part-time role with flexible hours and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of individuals while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in injury management and WHS, preferably in disability or Out of Home Care.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 $ per year.
We Care NSW provides corporate services within the organisation and for our partner organisations Matung Kunarr and Gringai Aboriginal Corporations. We operate as a specialist Aboriginal provider in the NDIS and Out of Home Care sectors. We are a growing Not for Profit organisation that prides itself on offering quality support services to children, young people and vulnerable adults. We offer a range of services including psychology, speech pathology, disability support for people with psych-social challenges and out of home care services for children and young people. Our service delivery areas include Maitland, Newcastle, Hunter and Tweed/Ballina and the Central Coast regions. The people we support are the focus of our care and their wellbeing and quality of life is our priority. We are committed to assisting individuals to meet their goals and live as valued and respected members of their community.
About the role
- Preference will be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
- We are seeking an experienced Injury Management and WHS Coordinator to support an ever growing workforce. This role is part time (32 hours per week) and is based in Maitland.
- The main focus of this role is coordinating end to end workers compensation claims and return to work programs in conjunction with key stakeholders.
- In addition you will also coordinate and monitor key WHS activities to ensure the organisation meets regulatory and compliance requirements.
- In this hands on role you will be working with key people to:
- Coordinate and report all workers compensation and Safe Work notifications required.
- Act as the key liaison point for external stakeholders to coordinate and administer workers compensation and return to work programs, support injured staff and liaise with Safe Work NSW and SIRA.
- Coordinate the safety committee.
- Develop monthly WHS reports.
- Review and update the Work Health and Safety Management Plan, and related policies, procedures and programs on an ongoing basis.
- Conduct and monitor the WHS Audit program including completion of audits and reporting WHS audit results.
- Assist managers in risk management activities to identify hazards, assess risks, identify control measures and evaluate their effectiveness.
You will bring knowledge and understanding of WHS and compliance requirements. You will have strong organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities. Your previous experience in a not-for-profit disability or Out of Home Care organisation will set you up for an easy transition into this role.
Skills and experience:
- Certificate IV in Workplace Health and Safety and/or relevant WHS experience, coupled with a minimum of 2 years' injury management experience preferably with experience in supporting psycho-social injuries.
- Demonstrated experience in applying WHS legislative requirements in the workplace, preferably in the Disability and/or Out of Home Care sectors.
- Strong organisational skills, with demonstrated ability to work independently to organise and prioritise workload, handle multiple tasks and respond to multiple and diverse stakeholders.
- Well-developed interpersonal, verbal communication and influencing skills.
Why We Care NSW:
- Be part of a growing Not for Profit organisation whose core values align with yours: Caring, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety.
- Access to Salary Packaging.
- Be supported by our Employee Assistance Program.
For further information about the role contact Melanie Cram or Julie Dixon on 02 40136*** or via **@wecarensw.com.au.
Injury Management and WHS Coordinator in Maitland employer: We Care NSW
We Care NSW is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing of its employees and the communities it serves. Located in Maitland, this growing Not for Profit organisation offers a supportive work culture with a strong focus on employee development and empowerment, alongside benefits such as salary packaging and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Join us in making a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative environment that values caring, accountability, and respect.
