Job summary
Are you a current Band 7 Clinician working in Adult Mental health or Adult Learning Disabilities?
Are you a Nurse or AHP or Social Worker with a special interest in Adult Autism and/or Adult ADHD?
Would you like an opportunity to be part of an incredible team which assesses Autism and ADHD.
We have a unique opportunity for a current band 7 to be seconded into the Adult Neurodevelopmental team. You will be working alongside highly trained and specialised clinicians of various disciplines and conduct (with support and guidance - as required) Adult Autism and ADHD Assessments.
Full training will be provided however an understanding of Adult Autism and ADHD is essential.
Please see attached the
JD and PS
Closing Date: 12th September 5pm
Interviews will take place on the 19th September
Main duties of the job
Ideally, we are looking for a clinician who has skills in working with and assessing individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions. Although prior experience and knowledge of relevant ASD assessment protocols such as the Adult Asperger Assessment (AAA) tool and/or the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) is ideal, training can be provided. Experience and knowledge of relevant ADHD assessment tools such as the Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults (DIVA) will also be beneficial.
To support you in your continued development a strong emphasis is placed on CPD and clinicians are encouraged to participate in case discussions regularly. You will also receive clinical supervision from an experienced clinicians and be linked with the wider assessment team.
About us
At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.
We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.
These include:
- generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
- excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
- salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
- discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
- wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
- staff networks and support groups
We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please attached JD / PS for full details
To be part of the Neurodevelopmental Service multi-disciplinary team deliveringspecialist assessments, diagnoses and interventions for adults with Autism SpectrumDisorders(ASD) and other Neurodevelopmental disorders including Attention DeficitHyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).To lead and participate in research and service development activities as requiredThe post holder will be an expert practitioner and will assess Adults referred to theservice and plan, implement and evaluate treatment plans whilst referring to otherprofessionals both internally and externally as appropriate.As a member of the Neurodevelopmental team the post holder will provide expertclinical advice and support to other professionals both within the service and otheragencies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please attached JD / PS for full details
To be part of the Neurodevelopmental Service multi-disciplinary team deliveringspecialist assessments, diagnoses and interventions for adults with Autism SpectrumDisorders(ASD) and other Neurodevelopmental disorders including Attention DeficitHyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).To lead and participate in research and service development activities as requiredThe post holder will be an expert practitioner and will assess Adults referred to theservice and plan, implement and evaluate treatment plans whilst referring to otherprofessionals both internally and externally as appropriate.As a member of the Neurodevelopmental team the post holder will provide expertclinical advice and support to other professionals both within the service and otheragencies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse, with postgraduate training in neurodevelopmental disorders and standardised diagnostic assessments, OR
- Registered Allied Health Professional with post graduate training in diagnostic assessments, OR
- Social Care Worker with post graduate training in diagnostic assessments, OR
- Appropriate Post Registration qualification in Child & Adolescent Mental Health such as EMDR, DBT
- Evidence of post registration training to masters level or equivalent
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Skilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management
- Specialist Knowledge of the range of neurodevelopmental disorders and co occurring mental health problems and appropriate services
- Knowledge of recent changes and current issues in neurodevelopmental service provision
Experience
Essential
- Experience of collaborative multi-disciplinary and multi-agency work
- Significant experience as a clinician in Mental Health Services and/or Neurodevelopmental Services
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel independently in a timely manner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse, with postgraduate training in neurodevelopmental disorders and standardised diagnostic assessments, OR
- Registered Allied Health Professional with post graduate training in diagnostic assessments, OR
- Social Care Worker with post graduate training in diagnostic assessments, OR
- Appropriate Post Registration qualification in Child & Adolescent Mental Health such as EMDR, DBT
- Evidence of post registration training to masters level or equivalent
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Skilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management
- Specialist Knowledge of the range of neurodevelopmental disorders and co occurring mental health problems and appropriate services
- Knowledge of recent changes and current issues in neurodevelopmental service provision
Experience
Essential
- Experience of collaborative multi-disciplinary and multi-agency work
- Significant experience as a clinician in Mental Health Services and/or Neurodevelopmental Services
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel independently in a timely manner
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
