Support Need Assessors

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 clear, 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!