The Department for Child Protection is seeking a Claims Consultant to join the Safety and Wellbeing Team on a full-time term basis.

The role is responsible for:

• Contributing to an effective Injury Management System for DCP which meets legislative requirements and provide direct actions that will support best practice and continual improvement.
• Managing workers compensation claims to reduce the financial and human impact of work-related injury across DCP.
• Assisting in the implementation of injury management plans, program and strategies which support the strategic priorities of DCP.
• Representing DCP on legal and compensation matters within delegation of authority, with particular respect to negotiation and representation at the SA Employment Tribunal and with claimants and their representatives.

About You

We are looking for a resourceful individual with significant experience contributing to injury management strategies in a large and complex organisation.

To be successful in this position, you will need to have excellent communication skills with demonstrated knowledge of injury management principles and the Return to Work Act 2014 legislation.

You will also be an innovative thinker with the ability to take initiative and formulate suitable management strategies and experience in the interpretation of reports on return to work trends.

If you are looking for a role where you can help to reduce the impact of work-related injuries on staff and the agency, apply today.

To find out more about this role, including the key selection criteria and special conditions, please click on the attached role description.

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The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

What We Offer:

• Career progression tailored to your goals: we are a large organisation with diverse opportunities across metropolitan Adelaide, regional and remote South Australia
• Employee Assistance Program: confidential and independent counselling for employees and their families
• Strong commitment to learning and development
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave
• Free annual flu vaccination for staff
• Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities
• Access to Fitness Passport: a workplace health and fitness program that give you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.