Chandler Macleod is seeking experienced Support Needs Assessors to join a Federal Government client on a full-time contract. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred assessments, working directly with participants to identify and articulate their support needs in a clear, evidence-based and respectful manner.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct support needs assessments with participants and their representatives
- Analyse information and external evidence to support sound, evidence-based decisions
- Prepare clear, accurate assessment reports
- Communicate assessment processes and outcomes clearly (virtual and face-to-face)
- Apply relevant policies, procedures and legislative frameworks
- Identify and escalate complex or high-risk matters
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support participant outcomes
- Maintain accurate records using case management systems
- Adapt assessment approaches to suit individual participant needs

About You You will bring:

- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience in assessment, interviewing or case management
- Ability to interpret evidence and provide explicit, defensible recommendations
- A commitment to person-centred, inclusive and trauma-informed practice
- Sound judgement, professionalism and ethical integrity
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Experience working within or knowledge of NDIS or similar frameworks(highly regarded)

Essential Requirements
- Recognised tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, such as:

- Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology
- Social Work, Counselling, Psychology/Psychotherapy
- Exercise Physiology, Dietetics, Rehabilitation Counselling
- Nursing (RN/EN), Education-qualified clinicians
- NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner

- Experience in support needs assessments or similar frameworks

- Understanding of person-centred and strengths-based approaches





For any queries, please contact [email protected]

If you fit the above criteria we would love to hear from you, APPLY now!

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📌 Support Needs Assessors (Darwin)
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