Our client is a large values-focused Federal Government Agency seeking Allied Health Support Needs Assessors to conduct high-quality, evidence-based assessments for people with disability. This role requires strong clinical judgement, clear communication and the ability to assess complex information while maintaining a respectful, trauma-informed and person-centred approach.
The opportunity
Initial contract until 31 December ****, with highly likely long-term extension
$***** per hour + super - Full time hours Mon-Fri (7.5hr days)
Hybrid working arrangement
Meaningful role supporting fair, consistent and accessible participant outcomes
Eligibility: Australian Citizenship required
Closes: Tuesday 15th September
LOCATIONS:
Highly favoured VIC locations: Traralgon, Footscray and Shepparton
All locations: Bendigo, Traralgon, Broadmeadows, Dandenong, Footscray, Geelong, Werribee, Shepparton Wendouree, Hobart and Launceston.
Key responsibilities:
Conduct support needs assessments with participants and their representatives
Gather, analyse and interpret participant information and external evidence
Prepare explicit, accurate and defensible written assessment reports
Apply relevant legislation, policies and procedures using sound professional judgement
Explain assessment processes and outcomes through virtual and face-to-face engagement
Identify and raise complex, high-risk or policy-related matters
Work collaboratively with internal teams to support coordinated planning outcomes
Maintain accurate and secure information across digital case management systems
Mentor colleagues and contribute to continuous service improvement
ABOUT YOU:




You will bring experience administering support needs assessments or similar person-centred assessment frameworks. You will be confident discussing complex or sensitive matters and able to create a culturally and psychologically safe workplace for participants.
You will also demonstrate:
Strong assessment, interviewing and evidence interpretation skills
Experience working with people with disability and applying strengths-based approaches
Sound judgement when making evidence-based decisions and managing risk
Clear written communication and report-writing capability
Knowledge of privacy, confidentiality and ethical practice requirements
An understanding of the NDIS Act, Rules and operational guidelines, or the ability to quickly develop this knowledge
Experience using CRM, case management or similar digital systems
The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work within operational timeframes
Flexibility to undertake scheduled in-person participant assessments
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:
Experience administering support needs assessments or other person-centred assessment frameworks. * Accreditation or experience using the I-CAN Support Needs Assessment Tool is highly regarded.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Speech Pathology
Social Work, Counselling or Psychotherapy
Dietetics, Exercise Physiology or Rehabilitation Counselling
Registered or Enrolled Nursing
Education
NDIS Behaviour Support Practice or another relevant health discipline
Desired Skills and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS:
Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Speech Pathology
Social Work, Counselling or Psychotherapy
Dietetics, Exercise Physiology or Rehabilitation Counselling
Registered or Enrolled Nursing
Education
NDIS Behaviour Support Practice or another relevant health discipline
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📌 Allied Health Assessor (Disability Support Needs) - Multiple Roles (Shepparton)
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