SKILL ASSESSMENT / THERAPY ASSISTANT
WHAT IS THERAPY ASSISTANT SUPPORT?
At ROS, we know that sometimes you need a little extra hands-on help to build important daily living skills — support that goes beyond what a Support Coordinator or Psychosocial Recovery Coach typically provides.
That’s where Therapy Assistants come in.
Working under the guidance of your treating therapist (such as an Occupational Therapist), our Therapy Assistants deliver practical, targeted skill development support that’s both effective and cost-efficient.
HOW THERAPY ASSISTANTS SUPPORT YOU
Therapy Assistants bridge the gap between therapy recommendations and real-world skill development.
Some common areas we help with include:
Public Transport Training: Learning how to safely and confidently use buses, trains, and other transport.
Budgeting and Bills: Practical training around managing money, paying bills, and financial independence.
Daily Living Skills: Building skills like meal planning, personal care routines, and time management.
Community Access: Supporting participation in community activities based on therapy goals.
All activities are directed by your treating therapist’s recommendations and tailored to your personal needs and goals.
WHY USE A THERAPY ASSISTANT
While therapists are critical for assessment, planning, and specialist interventions, therapy assistants offer:
At ROS, we maintain clear professional boundaries and ensure all therapy assistant work is directly aligned with therapeutic advice — so your support is ethical, targeted, and person-centred.
More Frequent Support: More hours of skill-building support within your NDIS budget.
Cost-Effective Implementation: Therapy assistants are a more economical option for hands-on skill practice.
Consistency and Confidence: Helping you embed new skills into your daily life through real-world practice.
At ROS, we maintain clear professional boundaries and ensure all therapy assistant work is directly aligned with therapeutic advice — so your support is ethical, targeted, and person-centred.
HOW SKILL DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT FITS INTO YOUR NDIS PLAN
Skill development through therapy assistants is usually funded under:
Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living
(Designed to build independence, daily living skills, and community participation.)
To access this support, you typically need:
Therapy goals outlined in your NDIS plan
Therapist recommendations identifying skill areas for development
A service provider (like ROS) who can deliver assistant-led support safely and effectively
We can work alongside your therapists to create a seamless support system that helps you reach your goals.
HOW WE DELIVER SUPPORT
Telehealth (Zoom, Skype, etc.)
Great for remote or regional participants, or anyone who prefers online sessions.
Mobile/In-Home Support
We come to you, whether at home or in the community — in line with NDIS guidelines.
In-Clinic Appointments
Face-to-face sessions in a calm, professional setting.
