Injury Management Advisor - Clerk Grade 7/8 - 173225

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Injury Management Advisor - Clerk Grade 7/8 - 173225 Temporary full time appointment for a period up to: 26 July 2019 Location: Parramatta About the role The role is responsible for managing the return to work of staff and supporting injury management in accordance with legislative and departmental requirements to deliver an early and safe return to the workplace following injury or illness. About the Department of Education The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people. How to apply The NSW Department of Education is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce as an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage diverse applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply for roles in the department. To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply”. To apply, you will need to attach a cover letter (max. 2 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages) in either Word or PDF format. Please address any pre-screening questions and any essential requirements. We are looking for you to demonstrate your competence in the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description in your answer, so please develop your response with this in mind. Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. If you are called to interview you will need to provide the following documents and your employment may be subject to the Department’s National Criminal Records Check to determine your suitability for employment. PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS: Outline what you see as the key elements of a “best practice” approach to injury management? Tell us about a time when you successfully used these elements as part of an innovative approach to achieve a recovery at work outcome? What considerations did you make to achieve this outcome? (300 word maximum) The Health & Wellbeing Unit relies upon a strong collaborative injury management approach in supporting the needs of schools and their employees. Outline an example of your experience in resolving a complex return to work matter while providing quality technical claims and injury management advice to a range of customers or stakeholders that led to a mutually beneficial outcome for all parties. Please describe the steps you took in negotiating and supporting the needs of each stakeholder? (300 words maximum) ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Closing date: 23 July 2017 Note: A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role or similar roles, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 12 months.