Functional Job Description Assessment

Clear, objective reporting of job demands to support claims and return-to-work planning

A Functional Job Description Assessment provides a detailed and objective overview of the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial demands of a specific job role.

This assessment is commonly used to support insurers, case managers, and employers in understanding the requirements of a role in relation to injury, illness, or return-to-work planning.

What Is a Functional Job Description Assessment?

This assessment focuses on the actual demands of the role, based on how the job is performed in the workplace.

It captures a clear picture of the functional requirements of a position prior to the date of disability or injury, helping inform decision-making for claims and rehabilitation processes.

What’s Included

✔ Role description and key responsibilities
✔ Detailed task analysis (including time spent on tasks where relevant)
✔ Physical, cognitive, and psychosocial demands
✔ Work environment and job design
✔ Work stressors as identified by both employer and employee
✔ Consideration of non-work activities where relevant

Independent and Objective Reporting

This assessment is designed to provide factual, non-diagnostic information.

We do not provide:

• Medical diagnoses
• Rehabilitation recommendations
• Opinions on a person’s work capacity

Instead, the focus is on delivering a clear, structured report that can be used by relevant professionals to support their decision-making.

Outcome

You will receive a comprehensive written report outlining the functional requirements of the role, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial demands.

This report can be used to support:

• Insurance and claim processes
• Return-to-work planning
• Communication between stakeholders

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