Trauma-Informed Support Needs Assessor (Hybrid)

DFP Recruitment; Tamworth Regional Council; Hybrid; AUD 112,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

DFP Recruitment seeks an APS6-level Support Needs Assessor for a Federal Government opportunity across multiple NSW locations. The role offers full-time hours with hybrid flexibility, commencing ASAP with an end date of 31 December 2026 and potential extension.

The hourly rate is $61.86 plus Super, aligning with public service standards. You will conduct person-centred assessments for people living with disability, analyse information, and prepare defensible reports while applying policy and

Qualifications

• Experience conducting support needs assessments or similar person-centred assessments.
• Strong report writing and decision-making capabilities.
• Commitment to person-centred, strengths-based practice.
• Trauma-informed and culturally-safe approaches preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct support needs assessments through guided conversations and information gathering.
• Analyse and synthesise participant information and external evidence to support evidence-based outcomes.
• Prepare clear, accurate and defensible written assessment reports.
• Apply policy, legislation and procedures using sound judgement and ethical practice.
• Communicate assessment processes and outcomes clearly across virtual and face-to-face settings.
• Escalate complex or high-risk matters and contribute to continuous service improvement.
• Collaborate across teams to support coordinated and inclusive participant outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records using digital systems while ensuring privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Assessment interviewing

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Trauma-informed practice

Cultural safety

Time management

Professional integrity

Education

Tertiary allied health qualification

Tools

I-CANSupport Needs Assessment Tool

Job description

DFP Recruitment seeks an APS6-level Support Needs Assessor for a Federal Government opportunity across multiple NSW locations. The role offers full-time hours with hybrid flexibility, commencing ASAP with an end date of 31 December 2026 and potential extension.

The hourly rate is $61.86 plus Super, aligning with public service standards. You will conduct person-centred assessments for people living with disability, analyse information, and prepare defensible reports while applying policy and