Job Description
We are seeking experienced 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.
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The chance
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Initial contract until 31 December ****, with highly likely long-term extension
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$***** per hour + super - Full time hours Mon-Fri (7.5hr days)
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Hybrid working arrangement
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Meaningful role supporting fair, consistent and accessible participant outcomes
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Eligibility: Australian Citizenship required
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Closes: Tuesday 15th September
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LOCATIONS
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Highly favoured VIC locations: Traralgon, Footscray and Shepparton
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All locations: Bendigo, Traralgon, Broadmeadows, Dandenong, Footscray, Geelong, Werribee, Shepparton Wendouree, Hobart and Launceston.
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Key responsibilities
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Conduct support needs assessments with participants and their representatives
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Gather, analyse and interpret participant information and external evidence
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Prepare clear, accurate and defensible written assessment reports
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Apply relevant legislation, policies and procedures using sound professional judgement
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Explain assessment processes and outcomes through virtual and face-to-face engagement
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Identify and escape complex, high-risk or policy-related matters
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Work collaboratively with internal teams to support coordinated planning outcomes
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Maintain accurate and secure information across digital case management systems
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Mentor colleagues and contribute to continuous service improvement
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ABOUT YOU
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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 environment for participants.
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You will also demonstrate:
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Strong assessment, interviewing and evidence interpretation skills
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Experience working with people with disability and applying strengths-based approaches
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Sound judgement when making evidence-based decisions and managing risk
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Clear written communication and report-writing capability
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Knowledge of privacy, confidentiality and ethical practice requirements
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An understanding of the NDIS Act, Rules and operational guidelines, or the ability to quickly develop this knowledge
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Experience using CRM, case management or similar digital systems
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The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work within operational timeframes
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Flexibility to undertake scheduled in-person participant assessments
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HIGHLY DESIRABLE
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Experience administering support needs assessments or other person-centred assessment frameworks.
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Accreditation or experience using the I-CAN Support Needs Assessment Tool is highly regarded.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Speech Pathology
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Social Work, Counselling or Psychotherapy
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Dietetics, Exercise Physiology or Rehabilitation Counselling
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Registered or Enrolled Nursing
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Education
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NDIS Behaviour Support Practice or another relevant health discipline
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📌 Allied Health Assessor (Disability Support Needs)- Multiple Roles (Traralgon)
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