- Contract 13th July 2026 - 31st December 2026 with high likelihood of extension
- Hourly rate aligned with APS6 banding $61.86 + super
- Australia wide location

About the company:

Our client is an independent statutory agency that is responsible for implementing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which will support a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers. This role will see you join an organisation that values a positive contemporary attitude to disability.

About the role:

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Conduct support needs assessments by gathering and evaluating information from participants, representatives, and support networks.
- Analyse and interpret information to make evidence-based decisions regarding support requirements.
- Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive assessment reports
- Apply policies and procedures using sound judgement while maintaining a participant-centred approach.
- Communicate effectively with participants, families, and stakeholders, explaining assessment processes and outcomes clearly.
- Identify and escalate complex issues, risks, or policy concerns to support timely resolution.
- Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to support planning outcomes and continuous service improvement.
- Use digital systems to accurately capture, manage, and maintain information in line with privacy and security requirements.
- Adapt assessment approaches to meet individual needs across a range of settings and circumstances.
- Support team capability through knowledge sharing, mentoring, and collaboration.

What's in it for you?

- Competitive hourly rate, aligned with APS6 banding
- Flexible working arrangements on offer.




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- Tailored support throughout the whole process and beyond by your experienced Recruitment Partner.

Mandatory Qualifications:

Recognised tertiary qualification in allied health: (evidence required with application)

- Occupational Therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Speech Pathology
- Social Work
- Dietetics
- Exercise Physiology
- Rehabilitation Counselling
- Counselling
- Psychotherapy
- Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse
- Clinicians with an Education degree
- NDIS Behavioural Support Practitioners

Desirable skills and experience:

We strongly encourage your application if you have demonstrated the below skills and capabilities:

- Experience in the administration of assessments of support need, or other relevant person-centred assessment frameworks, with a strong commitment to person-centred and strengths-based approaches.
- Accreditation or experience using the I-CAN Support Needs Assessment Tool is highly regarded, but not essential.
- Passionate about working within the disability sector and positively improving the lives of individuals and their families.
- As part of the eligibility and suitability requirement, only Australian Citizens need to apply
- Willingness to undertake pre-employment checks, including National Criminal History Check upon successful appointment

How to apply:

If this sounds like you express your interest and suitability via the 'Apply Now' function.

If you would like more information about this role, or wish to have a confidential discussion about your career aspirations, please contact Emma Hansen (07) •••• •517 or emm••••••••@talentinternational.com today.

We look forward to hearing from you ✨

Applications close 5:00 PM, Tuesday, 9th June 2026

📌 Needs Assessor (Brisbane)
🏢 Talent
📍 Brisbane