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When injury, illness, or redundancy changes your career path, AusRehab’s vocational assessments provide a clear, personalised roadmap to a meaningful and sustainable return to work. Every assessment is tailored to the individual and follows recognised best-practice standards for workplace rehabilitation in NSW.
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Our single, comprehensive vocational assessment covers:
In-depth review of past employment, qualifications, and transferable skills.
Evaluation of psychological readiness, social supports, and barriers to work.
Collaborative goal-setting with the worker, treating doctor, insurer, and employer to support safe and realistic return-to-work planning.
Every worker deserves a safe and secure return to employment. Our vocational assessments provide the structure, guidance, and support needed to identify real opportunities and achieve lasting outcomes. The process is simple, just three steps from assessment to action.
Referral received and consent obtained
Review of medical, employment, and training history
Evaluation of transferable skills, language, literacy, and computer skills
Psychosocial and motivation assessment
Labour market analysis to identify realistic and available job options
Alignment of return-to-work goals with the worker, doctor, insurer, and employer
Delivery of a comprehensive vocational assessment report within 5 working days
Submission of vocational options to the treating doctor via questionnaire for review
Case conference with the treating doctor to discuss options and seek approval
Commencement of job seeking and retraining activities (if required) following approval
Vocational assessments are not just about finding any job, they’re about finding the right job. AusRehab’s assessments support each worker’s recovery and reintegration, guiding smarter Return to Work plans for injured workers.
We identify real and currently advertised job opportunities across NSW through labour market research.
We recommend job options that align with the worker’s functional capacity and workplace restrictions.
All vocational recommendations are subject to review and medical approval by the treating doctor.
Our goal is to deliver safe, achievable, and evidence-based return-to-work pathways.
Vocational assessment is a detailed evaluation process that helps individuals understand their skills, interests, abilities, and work values to make informed decisions about their careers. Vocational assessment is a cornerstone of occupational rehabilitation, playing a critical role in guiding individuals back to suitable employment after an injury or illness. At AusRehab, our vocational assessments go beyond generalised job lists. We provide:
We carefully match roles to each worker’s functional abilities, skills, and experience. This ensures employment opportunities are realistic, sustainable, and aligned with individual capacity.
Our assessments include real-time labour market research to confirm job availability and suitability. This provides an accurate picture of opportunities across industries and locations.
We deliver clear return-to-work recommendations supported by current research and best practice. Our guidance is designed to be both practical and achievable for long-term success
We aim to match workers with jobs that meet or, in some cases, exceed their pre-injury average weekly earnings. We aim to protect workers from financial loss as they return to work.
A vocational assessment is more than just a skills check — it’s a tailored pathway back to meaningful work. Whether you’re recovering from injury, illness, or redundancy, AusRehab’s personalised assessments identify realistic job options that support long-term employment success.
A vocational assessment is a personalised, thorough evaluation of a worker’s skills, abilities, readiness for work, and overall employment potential. It is conducted in line with clinical best practices and SIRA NSW guidelines to help identify suitable vocational options.
Assessments are carried out by qualified Rehabilitation Counsellors and Psychologists, each with a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
To help individuals return to meaningful, long-term employment. Our assessments set achievable career goals based on ability, health status and labour market realities
Each assessment report includes:
Reports are delivered within 5 working days of assessment completion.
Vocational assessments support return to work by objectively identifying a person’s current skills, abilities, and suitable job options following injury or illness. They provide clear, practical recommendations on the types of work a person can safely and realistically pursue, helping to create effective return-to-work plans.
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Schedule a no-cost consultation today with our vocational rehabilitation experts. Let us guide you to taking the first step toward a safer, more productive workspace.
