APS6 Support Need Assessor

Talent Corp; Tamworth Regional Council; On-site; AUD 2,967,000 - 4,428,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent International is recruiting for an APS6 Support Needs Assessor to work for a Federal Government client based in Gosford/Port Macquarie/Tamworth. The role is a 6-month contract with a potential extension.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments with participants and families, ensuring person-centred, trauma-informed practice while aligning with legislation and operational frameworks to support access to needed services.

Qualifications

• Evidence of one of the listed allied health qualifications.
• Experience in disability and support needs assessment practices.
• Understanding of person-centred planning and assessment processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct support needs assessments with participants and representatives.
• Analyse and interpret information to inform decisions.
• Prepare clear assessment reports with accuracy.
• Apply policies and guidelines with sound judgement.
• Communicate processes and outcomes clearly in person or virtually.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support planning outcomes.
• Utilise digital systems to capture information and outcomes.
• Deliver assessments across settings while adapting to participant needs.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Assessment experience

Decision-making

Trauma-informed

Planning & organisation

Adaptability

Policy interpretation

Education

Occupational Therapy

Physiotherapy

Social Work

Rehabilitation Counselling

Counselling

Psychotherapy

Registered Nurse

Enrolled Nurse

Education Degree

Tools

I-CAN Support Needs Assessment Tool

Digital systems

Job description

Talent International is currently recruiting for an APS6 Support Need Assessors to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in Gosford/Port Macquarie/Tamworth. The position is a 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $61.86 per day + Super.

7.6 hours per day and 38 hours per week

About the Role

As a Support Needs Assessor, you will work directly with participants, their families, representatives and support networks to conduct comprehensive assessments that inform evidence-based decisions regarding support needs.

You will play a critical role in ensuring assessments are person-centred, strengths-based and aligned with legislative and operational frameworks, helping participants access the supports they need to achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct support needs assessments by gathering information from participants and their representatives
• Analyse, interpret and synthesise information to support evidence-based decision making
• Prepare clear, comprehensive and accurate assessment reports
• Apply policies, procedures and operational guidelines using sound judgement
• Communicate assessment processes and outcomes respectfully and clearly through virtual and face-to-face channels
• Identify and elevate issues based on complexity, risk or policy limitations
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to support participant planning outcomes
• Utilise digital systems to accurately capture information and assessment outcomes
• Deliver assessments across a variety of settings while adapting approaches to individual participant needs
• Support team capability through mentoring and knowledge sharing

Skills and Experience

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience conducting assessments, interviews and information gathering
• Sound decision-making and analytical abilities
• A commitment to inclusive, accessible and person-centred practice
• Professionalism and the ability to manage sensitive information appropriately
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice
• Strong planning, organisation and prioritisation skills
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment
• Ability to interpret evidence and apply relevant policies and frameworks

Knowledge Requirements

• Disability and support needs assessment practices
• Relevant legislation and operational frameworks
• Person-centred planning and assessment processes
• Evidence interpretation and quality assessment methodologies
• Privacy, confidentiality and ethical practice requirements
• Digital systems and technology used to support assessment activities

Mandatory Qualifications

Candidates must provide evidence of one of the following qualifications within their CV submission:

Recognised Allied Health Qualifications

• Occupational Therapy
• Physiotherapy
• Social Work
• Rehabilitation Counselling
• Counselling
• Psychotherapy
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Enrolled Nurse (EN)
• Clinicians with an Education Degree

Highly Regarded

• Experience administering support needs assessments or similar person-centred assessment frameworks
• Accreditation or experience using the I-CAN Support Needs Assessment Tool