Team Leader - Occupational Therapist Brisbane

Team Leader - Occupational Rehabilitation Brisbane, QLD | Hybrid | Full-Time



A well-established, nationally accredited workplace rehabilitation provider is seeking an experienced Team Leader - Occupational Rehabilitation to join its Brisbane team.


This organisation is recognised nationally for delivering high-quality return-to-work outcomes, supporting employee wellbeing, and partnering closely with employers, insurers and stakeholders across Australia. With a strong values-driven culture and an emphasis on professional growth, this is an excellent opportunity for a senior clinician ready to step into leadership or an existing leader looking for their next move.


Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a respected national provider with a strong reputation in workplace rehabilitation
• Lead a high-performing, collaborative clinical team
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary package with incentives
• Professional development, wellness initiatives and industry networking
• Supportive leadership culture that genuinely invests in its people
• Opportunity to shape team performance and client outcomes

The Role


As Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading, mentoring and supporting a team of rehabilitation professionals while maintaining a small clinical caseload. You will play a key role in driving service excellence, team engagement and sustainable performance outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of rehabilitation consultants
• Driving high-quality return-to-work outcomes for clients and stakeholders
• Fostering a positive, engaged and collaborative team culture
• Managing team performance, budgets and revenue targets
• Overseeing onboarding, induction and ongoing professional development
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery
• Maintaining a small caseload to stay clinically connected
• Participating in industry events and professional forums

About You


You are a motivated and people-focused leader with a strong background in occupational rehabilitation and a passion for developing others.


You will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Exercise Physiology or Rehabilitation Counselling
• Relevant professional registration (AHPRA, ASORC, ESSA or equivalent)
• 5+ years' experience in occupational rehabilitation
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior or leadership role
• A coaching-based leadership style with the ability to support clinicians managing complex physical, psychological and biopsychosocial cases
• Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills
• A genuine passion for helping people return to meaningful work and life

Interested?

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

robert.ellins@uniterecruitment.com.au

0452 636 640