APS6 Technical Advisory

Government client (agency undisclosed); Parramatta; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

DFP Recruitment seeks an APS6 Clinical/Technical Advisor for a Federal Government client in Parramatta, NSW. This full-time contract runs ASAP to 31 December 2027, with potential extension, offering $60.26 per hour plus super.

You will provide specialist clinical and technical advice on complex disability cases, interpret evidence, support staff, and ensure decisions align with legislation and policy. Assignment requires citizenship and pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• Essential qualification in one of the listed disciplines.
• AHPRA eligible nursing registration is required for RN applicants.
• Discipline breadth supports advisory capacity on disability-related cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical and technical advice on complex disability cases and support requests.
• Interpret evidence and identify appropriate supports for participants.
• Deliver clear written and telephone advice to staff and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide staff to build capability in interpretation and decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, partners and providers to ensure consistent decisions.
• Maintain accurate records and manage competing priorities.

Education

Occupational Therapy

Prosthetics and Orthotics

Speech Pathology

Physiotherapy

Psychology

Registered Nursing – with eligibility for AHPRA registration

Social Work

Mental Health

Specialist Behaviour Support

Medico-Legal Allied Health

Audiology

Job description

APS6 Clinical / Technical Advisor – $60.26 per hour + super – Parramatta, NSW – Full-time – ASAP start through to 31 December 2027, with possible extension

Are you an allied health or clinical professional looking to apply your expertise in an advisory role? Help inform decisions that support better outcomes for people with disability. DFP Recruitment is seeking an APS6 Technical Advisor to join our Federal Government client in Parramatta.

About the role

You will provide specialist clinical and technical advice on complex disability cases and support requests. Drawing on your professional expertise, you will help staff interpret evidence, identify appropriate supports and make consistent decisions aligned with legislation and policy.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing complex clinical information and providing evidence-based advice on participant supports.
• Providing clear, high-quality written and telephone advice.
• Supporting staff capability through coaching, mentoring and professional guidance.
• Working with internal stakeholders, partners and providers to support consistent decision making.
• Managing sensitive conversations relating to support and funding decisions.
• Maintaining accurate records and managing competing priorities.

About you

You bring sound professional judgement, strong attention to detail and the ability to explain complex information clearly and sensitively. A relevant qualification in one of the following disciplines is essential:

• Occupational Therapy
• Prosthetics and Orthotics
• Speech Pathology
• Physiotherapy
• Psychology
• Registered Nursing – with eligibility for AHPRA registration
• Social Work
• Mental Health
• Specialist Behaviour Support
• Medico-Legal Allied Health
• Audiology

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Critical thinking and the ability to assess evidence and make informed recommendations.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and collaborative working skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Clinical experience in disability, hospital or aged care settings, along with experience providing professional advice, leadership or mentoring, will be highly regarded.

Assignment details

This is a full-time contract position with standard working hours of 8:30am-4:30pm. Commencement is subject to successful completion of pre-employment checks. Australian citizenship is manadotry. Relevant screening requirements apply, including a National Criminal History Check and Worker Screening Check.

DFP Recruitment welcomes applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. DFP Recruitment welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via [e-mail] or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.

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