Job summary
We are excited to share this opportunity for an experienced Neurodiversity Practitioner to work within our strong multi-disciplinary team based in Kidderminster, providing NHS and independent neurodiversity assessment and support across Herefordshire, Worcestershire, and the West Midlands.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated team member to play a key part in furthering our work to provide outstanding multi-disciplinary assessment and care for neurodivergent children and adults.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited from qualified and experienced professionals working in Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Social Work and Psychology services.
The successful applicant will have a thorough knowledge of Autism, ADHD, Neurodiversity and Learning Disabilities as well as experience of contributing towards multi-disciplinary assessment and support of neurodivergent children, young people and adults.
They will be motivated, compassionate, and adaptable in their approach. The ability to work flexibly, and to support thoughtful and reflective practice within the team is essential. They will be able to establish positive working relationships with a wide variety of individuals and groups, and will value acceptance and inclusivity.
Applications are particularly welcomed from those who have completed formal training in measures such as the ADOS-2, 3Di, DISCO or DIVA however, training will be provided for those who have not yet accessed this.
There will be opportunities to be involved in ongoing service development and research to ensure that services are accessible and meet the needs of the communities we work with. As the provider of the local NHS Adult and Under 18's Right to Choose pathways, we work closely with commissioners and stakeholders across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Liaison with these networks will be a key part of the role, offering an important opportunity to be at the forefront of the development of local policy and provision.
About us
The Family Psychologist is a multidisciplinary assessment and support clinic, working to provide a unique and varied mix of mental health, neurodiversity, and educational support across the Midlands and the UK.
As part of our close and supportive team, you will have opportunities for learning and development within a flexible and caring work environment.
As the NHS provider of support and assessment for Adults with Autism across Herefordshire and Worcestershire we are committed to the provision of accessible and inclusive service working to the NHS core values:
- Working together for patients.
- Respect and dignity.
- Commitment to quality of care.
- Compassion.
- Improving lives.
- Everyone counts.
Beyond these values, we as a team are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, in which individual strengths, needs and circumstances are well supported and you will be encouraged to develop and thrive within your role.
You will be well supported via robust clinical supervision and will work as a central part of our strong Multi-Discliplinary team, as well as having access to excellent CPD opportunities. We embrace flexible working and part-time applications will be considered.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The key responsibilities of the role are:
- To undertake high-quality autism and ADHD (if applicable) assessments, as part of the MDT, including providing initial appointments, neurodevelopmental interviews, and ADOS assessments
- To carry out discipline-specific assessments, as appropriate, to contribute to a wider exploration of an individual's social, communication, and educational needs.
- To communicate effectively with neurodiverse children, young people and adults, families, internal and external staff
- To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide appropriate post-diagnostic intervention and support in a person-centered and individualised way.
- To manage your own varied and complex caseload and to be responsible for completing clinical reports and correspondence in a timely manner.
- To work as part of the MDT to support efficient risk assessment and risk management.
- To liaise with other allied health and education professionals in order to ensure continuity of care across services and work to improve the experience of neurodiverse individuals.
- To make ongoing contributions to service development to ensure that services continue to meet the needs of those we support.
- To design and deliver training within your scope of expertise, both internally and externally.
- To take part in CPD opportunities, both internally and externally.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The key responsibilities of the role are:
- To undertake high-quality autism and ADHD (if applicable) assessments, as part of the MDT, including providing initial appointments, neurodevelopmental interviews, and ADOS assessments
- To carry out discipline-specific assessments, as appropriate, to contribute to a wider exploration of an individual's social, communication, and educational needs.
- To communicate effectively with neurodiverse children, young people and adults, families, internal and external staff
- To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide appropriate post-diagnostic intervention and support in a person-centered and individualised way.
- To manage your own varied and complex caseload and to be responsible for completing clinical reports and correspondence in a timely manner.
- To work as part of the MDT to support efficient risk assessment and risk management.
- To liaise with other allied health and education professionals in order to ensure continuity of care across services and work to improve the experience of neurodiverse individuals.
- To make ongoing contributions to service development to ensure that services continue to meet the needs of those we support.
- To design and deliver training within your scope of expertise, both internally and externally.
- To take part in CPD opportunities, both internally and externally.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in delivering support and interventions to neurodiverse individuals.
- Experience in safeguarding and risk assessment procedures
- Excellent communication and report writing skills
- The ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team
- Commitment to improving the experience of neurodiverse individuals
Desirable
- Experience in delivering mental health assessments and interventions
- Experience of working within an NHS or private neurodiversity service
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Qualification in Speech and Language Therapy, Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, or Psychology (including Clinical, Educational, Health, Counselling or Forensic Psychology)
- Registration with the relevant statutory body (such as HCPC, NMC or SWE) as appropriate to profession.
Desirable
- Formal training in ADOS / DISCO/ 3Di / ADI-R or equivalent assessment measure
- Formal safeguarding training (level 3)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in delivering support and interventions to neurodiverse individuals.
- Experience in safeguarding and risk assessment procedures
- Excellent communication and report writing skills
- The ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team
- Commitment to improving the experience of neurodiverse individuals
Desirable
- Experience in delivering mental health assessments and interventions
- Experience of working within an NHS or private neurodiversity service
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Qualification in Speech and Language Therapy, Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, or Psychology (including Clinical, Educational, Health, Counselling or Forensic Psychology)
- Registration with the relevant statutory body (such as HCPC, NMC or SWE) as appropriate to profession.
Desirable
- Formal training in ADOS / DISCO/ 3Di / ADI-R or equivalent assessment measure
- Formal safeguarding training (level 3)
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).