Clinical Support Worker

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental and psychological needs? Evolve Psychology Services is looking for a dedicated Clinic Support Assistant to join our Harrogate team. This role is vital in supporting the completion of our multidisciplinary neurodevelopmental (autism and ADHD) assessments. If you're organised, compassionate, and eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

About Us:

Evolve Psychology Services is an award-winning, NHS and HSE-approved independent psychology and neurodevelopmental practice, founded by Dr. Laura Powling. We provide high-quality services across the UK and Ireland, including neurodevelopmental and psychological assessments for adults and children. Our expertise extends to expert witness assessments for courts and parole boards, as well as assessments in criminal/prison law, family law, immigration law, and medico-legal cases. We are known for delivering high-quality assessments and fulfilling NHS contracts.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Clinic Support Assistant to join our team in Harrogate. This role is key to ensuring the smooth running of our clinic operations and supporting both our clients and clinicians. Regular travel to educational settings for the purpose of observation and occasional travel to other Evolve sites may be required.

Main Duties:

As a Clinic Support Assistant, you will be play a key role in the completion of our MDT neurodevelopmental assessments. Your duties will include administering elements of the assessment, such as Qb testing, completing interviews with schools to collect detailed information and observations of children in their school settings. You will write detailed reports and records following these assessments and will present assessment information verbally within multidisciplinary meetings. You will also assist with maintaining clinic organisation, and providing general administrative support. This is a hands-on role requiring strong communication skills, analytical thinking, strong team-working skills, effective report writing and a proactive approach to client care.

This may be a role that would appeal to candidates seeking a career in the caring professions (e.g. Clinical Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy) as it will give you invaluable experience of working alongside a range of disciplines and an understanding of different roles.

Responsibilities:

• Support clinic operations, including facilitating and administering parts of neurodevelopmental assessments (Qb administration, calls to schools, school observations and summarising school questionnaires).
• Assist clinicians with equipment needs and setting up clinics.
• Record and manage information accurately and efficiently.
• Liaison with other professionals to gather assessment information
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the clinical team.

Qualifications:

• GCSE English and Maths grade 4-9
• A university degree or equivalent academic qualification

Experience:

• Previous experience working in health, social care, or education preferred.
• Experience supporting children or adults with learning difficulties, autism, or in a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) environment preferred.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A compassionate and professional approach to working with clients and families.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Well-developed written language skills

Requirements:

Driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and supportive team, making a difference in the lives of those accessing our services. If you are passionate about supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental and psychological needs, we would love to hear from you! Early applications are encouraged, as this advert may close sooner if a high volume of applications is received.

Person Specification

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Professional, empathetic, and patient-centred approach.
• High standard of written language for report writing.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4-9 or equivalent).
• A university degree or equivalent academic qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with children or adults with neurodevelopmental conditions or learning difficulties.
• Experience supporting children or adults with learning difficulties, autism, or in a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) environment.

Desirable

• Previous experience in health, social care, education, or a SEND environment.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Evolve Psychology Services

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

North Yorkshire

HG1 2PW

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)