114832 APS6 Support Needs Assessor - Darwin

Rashi Joshi; Darwin; On-site; AUD 84,033 - 86,788; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Government agency is seeking a qualified allied health professional to conduct comprehensive support needs assessments with trauma-informed, person-centred approaches. You will engage participants and their representatives to gather detailed information and develop evidence-based assessments.

Responsibilities include analysing information, preparing high-quality assessment reports aligned with policy, and communicating outcomes clearly to participants, families and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Recognised allied health or relevant clinical discipline qualification.
• Strong assessment capability to gather, interpret and synthesise information.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive support needs assessments engaging with participants and representatives.
• Analyse, interpret and synthesise complex information to inform evidence-based assessments.
• Prepare high-quality written assessment reports aligned with legislative and policy frameworks.
• Communicate assessment processes and outcomes clearly to participants, families and stakeholders.

Education

Tertiary qualification in allied health or relevant clinical discipline

Job description

Reasons to Apply - At a Glance

Meaningful, participant-focused work - play a key role in shaping outcomes for people with disability through high-quality, person-centred assessments.

Join a growing Federal Government agency with a strong focus on operational excellence and career development.

Enjoy stability with a hybrid work model, competitive hourly rate, and potential for extension or permanency.

Mandatory requirements: Australian Citizenship

A recognised tertiary qualification in an allied health or relevant clinical discipline (i.e. Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or similar).

Your New Role

You will be responsible for:

• Conducting comprehensive support needs assessments by engaging with participants and their representatives to gather detailed, accurate information, ensuring a respectful, trauma-informed and person-centred approach throughout the process.
• Analysing, interpreting and synthesising complex information and external evidence to develop clear, evidence-based assessments that accurately reflect individual circumstances and inform appropriate support outcomes.
• Preparing high-quality written assessment reports that are clear, consistent and aligned with legislative and policy frameworks, ensuring decisions are transparent, defensible and uphold ethical standards.
• Communicating effectively with participants, families and stakeholders across a range of channels, explaining assessment processes and outcomes in a way that is accessible, inclusive and easy to understand.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• A recognised tertiary qualification in an allied health or relevant clinical discipline (such as Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or similar), is a requirement for the role.
• Strong assessment capability and background, with the ability to gather, interpret and synthesise complex information to support clear, evidence-based decision-making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to convey complex or sensitive information in a clear, respectful and accessible way across diverse audiences.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving ability, with experience applying policy and managing risk to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes in a complex environment.

The Logistics

Contract until December 31st, 2026, with a view of extension or permanency. Full-time & Hybrid working arrangement. Hourly rate of $61.86 + super. Australian Citizenship & tertiary qualification (proof required) is mandatory. Opportunities in Darwin.

What You'll Get in Return

• An opportunity to progress your career with a large Federal Government agency.
• Work-from-home flexibility and a hot desk office environment.
• A positive and open working culture.
• Initial 2-week's training provided (on-site mandatory)
• Weekly pay cycle.
• Online timesheet submission and approval.
• Nominated superannuation fund.