APS6 Support Needs Assessor – Queensland

Exciting Federal Government Opportunity until the end of the year
APS6 Support Needs Assessor
50 Federal-government opportunities available across Australia

Reasons to Apply – At a Glance
  • Meaningful, participant-focused work – play a key role in shaping outcomes for people with disabilities 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 Company
Your organisation delivers a national support system for Australians living with disability, funding essential services tailored to individual needs and helping people achieve their goals. As a growing Federal Government agency focused on operational excellence, this role offers a chance to contribute to meaningful initiatives and take your career to the next level.

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
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
  • 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 across QLD, including: Brisbane, Chermside, Ipswich, Maroochydore, Mount Gravatt, Robina & Townsville.

What You’ll Get in Return
  • An opportunity to progress your career with a large Federal Government agency.
  • Work-from-home flexibility and a hot desk office environment.
  • A positive and open working culture.
  • Initial 2-week’s training provided (on-site mandatory)
  • Weekly pay cycle.
  • Online timesheet submission and approval.
  • Nominated superannuation fund.

What You Need to Do Now
If this role sounds like something you’d be interested in pursuing, click ‘Apply Now’ or forward your current CV to [email protected]. Please include a short summary outlining your suitability for the role, along with the location to which you are applying.

*Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving, we may not be able to respond to every email. We appreciate your patience during this busy period*




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Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
QLD - Brisbane CBD
Specialism
Policy and Strategy
Pay
Hourly rate of $61.86 + Super
Ref:
3009696

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Tom James, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Brisbane
Level 45, One One One Eagle St, 111 Eagle Street

Telephone: 0386029801

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