1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

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Contents >> 02 Structure & Definitions >> 6 Intermediate Clerical, Sales and Service Workers >> 61 Intermediate Clerical Workers >> 619 Miscellaneous Intermediate Clerical Workers >> 6194 Intermediate Inspectors and Examiners >> 6194-15 Social Security Assessor

6194-15 Social Security Assessor

Inspects and assesses social welfare claims and entitlements under government legislation.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience.

Tasks Include:

undertakes assessment of new clients
answers public inquiries both face-to-face and over the phone
assesses claims for pensions and other government benefits
may assess the needs of particular population groups and advise on social security measures
may prepare reports