Talent International is currently recruiting for an APS6 Technical Advisor to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in Parramatta. The position is a 12-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $60.26/hr + Super.
7.6 hours per day and 38 hours per week
The APS6 Technical Advisory is required to provide detailed technical, professional, policy, operational support and advice about complex problems. Where required, the role will coordinate and assist in the strategic planning, program and project management and policy development that support the client’s objectives.
The APS6 Technical Advisory is a team membership position that may require performing work involving team leadership and management responsibilities, including setting priorities and managing team workflows.
The position offers reasonable autonomy and accountability, requiring the exercise of both initiative and judgment to interpret legislation and policy, as well as apply practices and procedures to achieve outcomes within the designated functions.
Responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:
- Providing subject matter expertise using a coaching and mentoring approach, advising on the most appropriate supports to achieve participant outcomes.
- Managing sensitive conversations and situations associated with the approval of funding.
- Liaising and working with stakeholders, delegates, partners and providers to ensure consistent decision making and outcome achievement.
- Providing high-quality written and telephone advice and record keeping.
Candidate Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum of three years of clinical experience (new graduates are not suitable).
- Professional Backgrounds: Preference for Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Physiotherapists with expertise in:
- Disabilities and assistive technology prescription.
- Driver-trained OTs with vehicle modification experience.
- Speech Pathologists with assistive technology knowledge (e.g., communication devices).
- Additional Relevant Backgrounds:
- Candidates with experience in aged care, mobility equipment support, mental health, or similar fields.
- Medics or physicians with relevant experience.
Essential criteria:
Require qualifications in any of the below. These are acknowledged as covering degree, advanced or other diploma qualifications in the following areas:
- Occupational Therapy
- Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Speech Pathology
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Registered Nursing (must be eligible for AHPRA registration),
- Social Work
- Mental Health Practitioners
- Specialists Behavioural Support Practitioners
- Medico Legal Allied Health
Desirable criteria
- disability, hospital or aged care experience
- demonstrated leadership experience
- high-level communication and interpersonal skills
- demonstrated clinical experience
If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 02 8240 9596 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.
