Job summary
If you have ever considered a career as an Autism Practitioner now is your opportunity to try it!
We are offering a opportunity for a registered nurse, AHP or social worker to join our multi-disciplinary team. we want to hear from you if you are highly committed to working with adults without a learning disability who are seeking a diagnosis of autism.
This post is based in Whiston, Merseyside within a multi-disciplinary team within the Trust in Whiston, working with adults across Knowsley, St Helens, Warrington and Halton.
There are three permanent posts available and one 12 month fixed term contract available within the team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of our team and would be responsible for assessment and differential diagnosis of autism. You will provide person-centred recommendations and reports for the person to enable them to access future support for all aspects of their lives. Training in diagnosing autism, and ongoing development, will be available from a supportive and established team.
About us
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 11 million people.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To have responsibility for a defined caseload of clients under the supervision of the Clinical Lead.
To assist other team members with the diagnostic process for those suspected of having an autism spectrum condition.
Assist with the appropriate screening of referrals and provide information for referrers, service users and carers.
To formulate reports explaining the persons diagnosis for a range of audiences including client, families and other professionals.
To liaise regularly with line manager providing them with an update of caseload.
Ensure intervention is provided in a range of settings suitable to meet the needs of the clients.
Work in a professional and collaborative manner with the multi-disciplinary team.
Provide information, education and support for family members, carers and other relevant professionals.Participate and promote positive intra-agency working
Participate in case load supervision to monitor the standards of service user case and ensure record keeping is in accordance with Professional and Trust standards.
Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision with Clinical Lead/Team Manager, as per Trust policy.
Contribute to the development and implementation of integrated care pathways, including appropriate service user assessments/referrals and models of care.
Compile and maintain effective client records and record outcome measures in conjunction with clients and in accordance with Professional and Trust policies, procedures and standards.
Participate in the induction, training or education of a variety of staff, students or volunteers attached to the team/service.
Participate and assist in setting standards of service user care based on sound research findings and evidence based practice.
Please see job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To have responsibility for a defined caseload of clients under the supervision of the Clinical Lead.
To assist other team members with the diagnostic process for those suspected of having an autism spectrum condition.
Assist with the appropriate screening of referrals and provide information for referrers, service users and carers.
To formulate reports explaining the persons diagnosis for a range of audiences including client, families and other professionals.
To liaise regularly with line manager providing them with an update of caseload.
Ensure intervention is provided in a range of settings suitable to meet the needs of the clients.
Work in a professional and collaborative manner with the multi-disciplinary team.
Provide information, education and support for family members, carers and other relevant professionals.Participate and promote positive intra-agency working
Participate in case load supervision to monitor the standards of service user case and ensure record keeping is in accordance with Professional and Trust standards.
Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision with Clinical Lead/Team Manager, as per Trust policy.
Contribute to the development and implementation of integrated care pathways, including appropriate service user assessments/referrals and models of care.
Compile and maintain effective client records and record outcome measures in conjunction with clients and in accordance with Professional and Trust policies, procedures and standards.
Participate in the induction, training or education of a variety of staff, students or volunteers attached to the team/service.
Participate and assist in setting standards of service user care based on sound research findings and evidence based practice.
Please see job description for further details.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Professional Qualification - Nursing or AHP Up-to-date professional registration (to be maintained)
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrate post registration experience
- Significant experience of work with people with autism/vulnerable adults/mental health difficulties
- Effective team working within a multi-agency framework
- Demonstrate experience of problem-solving approaches
- Post graduate experience of working with families or carers
- Experience of complex case management
SKILLS
Essential
- Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively
- Willing to undertake further training (if appropriate) in recognised ASC diagnostic assessment tools
- Ability to formulate relevant reports
- Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
- Ability to delegate and coordinate
- Mentorship skills
- Ability to maintain accurate and up to date clinical records
- Flexible approach/creative thinking
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
- Ability to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
- Able to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues
- Effective time and workload management.
- Ability to identify and minimise risk effectively
- IT skills
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge of ASC and needs of this client group.
- Understanding of current national policy and initiatives in relation to delivery of services for clients with ASC
- Mental Health Act (1983)
- Mental Capacity Act
- Effective Care Coordination
- Safeguarding Children/Adults
- Up to date clinical knowledge relevant to the care environment
- Safety, Privacy and Dignity Guidelines
- Evidence based and reflective practice.
Values
Essential
- Continuous Improvement
- Accountability
- Respectfulness
- Enthusiasm
- Support
- High professional standards
- Responsive to service users
- Engaging leadership style
- Strong customer service belief
- Transparency and honesty
- Discreet
- Change oriented
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Professional Qualification - Nursing or AHP Up-to-date professional registration (to be maintained)
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrate post registration experience
- Significant experience of work with people with autism/vulnerable adults/mental health difficulties
- Effective team working within a multi-agency framework
- Demonstrate experience of problem-solving approaches
- Post graduate experience of working with families or carers
- Experience of complex case management
SKILLS
Essential
- Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively
- Willing to undertake further training (if appropriate) in recognised ASC diagnostic assessment tools
- Ability to formulate relevant reports
- Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
- Ability to delegate and coordinate
- Mentorship skills
- Ability to maintain accurate and up to date clinical records
- Flexible approach/creative thinking
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
- Ability to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
- Able to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues
- Effective time and workload management.
- Ability to identify and minimise risk effectively
- IT skills
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge of ASC and needs of this client group.
- Understanding of current national policy and initiatives in relation to delivery of services for clients with ASC
- Mental Health Act (1983)
- Mental Capacity Act
- Effective Care Coordination
- Safeguarding Children/Adults
- Up to date clinical knowledge relevant to the care environment
- Safety, Privacy and Dignity Guidelines
- Evidence based and reflective practice.
Values
Essential
- Continuous Improvement
- Accountability
- Respectfulness
- Enthusiasm
- Support
- High professional standards
- Responsive to service users
- Engaging leadership style
- Strong customer service belief
- Transparency and honesty
- Discreet
- Change oriented
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
