Vocational Rehabilitation Services – Gold Coast

Registered with WorkCoverQLD to support the journey back to work.

About the service

At Within Reach Therapy, our vocational rehabilitation specialists support workers to safely return to employment through comprehensive workplace assessments and customised return-to-work planning. With extensive experience in iCare and WorkCover environments, we deliver practical, evidence-based solutions tailored to your unique job demands and functional abilities.

Comprehensive Vocational Rehabilitation Services

We provide a broad range of services designed to facilitate safe and sustainable work transitions, including:

Job Task Analysis – detailed evaluation of physical and cognitive demands of your specific role.

Ergonomic Assessments – tailored recommendations for office, industrial, and vehicle work environments to reduce injury risk and improve comfort.

Suitable Duties Plans – practical, graduated return-to-work programs aligned with clinical guidelines and employer requirements.

Injury Management Consulting – expert advice to support recovery and minimise workplace re-injury.

Workplace Modifications – recommendations for adaptive equipment or environment changes to support your capabilities.

Compensation Claims Support – assessments and reports tailored for iCare, WorkCover, and other insurance providers.

Why Choose Within Reach Therapy for Vocational Rehabilitation?

Clinicians with specialist knowledge of iCare and WorkCover systems.

Evidence-based assessments and return-to-work plans focused on functional capacity.

Collaborative approach involving employers, insurers, healthcare providers, and workers.

Focus on safe, practical solutions to enable meaningful employment.

Clear, detailed reporting to support compensation claims and workplace negotiations.

Our Vocational Rehabilitation Process

Initial Consultation – Understand your job requirements, injury history, and return-to-work goals.

Workplace Assessment – Evaluate physical, cognitive, and ergonomic factors in your work environment.

Job Task Analysis – Identify essential duties and functional demands.

Return-to-Work Planning – Develop gradual, suitable duties plans customised to your recovery and job role.

Implementation Support – Work closely with employers and insurers to facilitate a smooth transition back to work.

Ongoing Monitoring – Review progress and adjust plans to maintain safe employment.

Who Benefits from Our Vocational Rehabilitation Services?

Injured workers seeking a safe return to their pre-injury or modified role.

Employers needing expert assessments to meet WorkCover and iCare requirements.

Insurers requiring thorough, compliant reports for compensation claims.

Workers experiencing barriers to work due to physical or cognitive impairments.

Book Your Vocational Rehabilitation Assessment

If you need job task analysis, ergonomic advice, or return-to-work planning, Within Reach Therapy’s qualified specialists on the Gold Coast are here to support your journey back to meaningful employment.

📞 Contact Within Reach Therapy today to arrange your vocational rehabilitation assessment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Technical Advisor in the NDIS?

Technical Advisors in the NDIS support the NDIA with expert reviews of complex reports, on any type of funding request. They ensure that documentation aligns with the legislated reasonable and necessary criteria and provide insight into clinical best practice and all critical elements of a complex plan. While not publicly promoted as a service, understanding the internal roles within the NDIS can help allied health professionals and support coordinators prepare stronger, solution focused reports.

What is the role of an Occupational Therapist under the NDIS?

Occupational Therapists (OTs) support participants to build independence, improve daily living skills, and work towards their personal goals. This includes functional assessments, assistive technology prescriptions, home modifications, and therapeutic supports.

Do you provide Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)?

Yes. We specialise in detailed Functional Capacity Assessments tailored to support physical and neurological impairments.  Our reports can range from access requests, plan reviews, and funding changes as well as any other medico-legal reports. Our reports are clinically robust, goal-focused, and align with NDIS requirements — backed by extensive experience, including prior work as a Senior Technical Advisor to the NDIA.

Can I use NDIS funding to access OT services?

Yes. If your plan includes Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living funding, OT services are typically covered. We work with self-managed and plan-managed participants.

Do you provide complex home modification assessments?

Yes. We are qualified to complete Complex Home Modification (CHM) assessments and provide all required documentation, including floor plans, scope of works, and other AT assessments. We collaborate with builders, Support Coordinators, and designers to ensure accessible and safe living environments.

What types of participants do you work with?

We work primarily with adults and older participants living with physical, neurological, and cognitive disabilities. Our experience includes complex cases requiring strong clinical justification and advanced knowledge of NDIS processes.

Do you offer assistive technology (AT) assessments?

Yes. We assess and recommend a wide range of assistive technologies — from basic daily living aids to complex equipment like powered mobility, pressure care, environmental controls, and vehicle modifications.

Can you provide reports for NDIS plan reviews?

Yes. We provide high-quality reports tailored to NDIS decision-making criteria. Our reports clearly link the participant’s goals and functional needs to funding recommendations and help support positive outcomes during plan reassessments.

What is the process for starting OT services with you?

You can be referred by a Support Coordinator, LAC, or self-refer. Once we receive your referral and service agreement, we’ll arrange an initial consultation — either in person, in your home, or via telehealth, depending on your location and needs.

Do you service my area?

We are based on the Gold Coast and service Southeast Queensland and Northern NSW.  Under very specific circumstances, we may provide certain assessments via telehealth with options Australia-wide.

What makes your service different?

We offer a unique combination of clinical expertise and deep understanding of the NDIS system. Our background as a former NDIA Technical Advisor means our reports are aligned with what decision-makers need — helping participants access the right supports faster and with greater confidence.