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

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📌 114832Support Needs Assessor - Darwin
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Darwin