Autism Clinician

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

1. To undertake skilled autism diagnostic assessments(ADOS informed and/ or ADI-R) and obtain sufficient detailed developmental history through clinical interview to make a decision ondiagnosis.

2. To operate as an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team, contributing to discussions, decision making and providing feedback as required.

3. To clearly communicate the outcome of assessments with those accessing the service, family members (where appropriate) and professionals, in written and verbal formats.

4. Develop defensible written reports or information resources, presenting complex information in a clear and accessible way.

5. To develop and participate in post diagnostic webinars.

6. To contribute to the development and delivery of other aftercare offers.

7. To write topical articles or discussion points for the autism 360 website.

8. To maintain accurate, professional and timely records of all contacts and assessments undertaken.

9. To uphold the professional standards of Autism 360, the wider ADHD 360 organisation and those of your own statutory body.

10. To attend relevant training and development in order to maintain and develop skills andknowledge required to support those accessing the service.

11. To maintain current knowledge of evidence base and good practice through engagement with variety of opportunities such as conferences, courses and meetings.

12. To contribute to audits, use reflective learning, peer discussions and development opportunities and action planning to generate ideas and create increasing quality within the clinical practice.

13. To maintain registration of your statutory body

General / Administration

1. To prepare for and participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision.

2. To carry out all administrative tasks reasonably associated with the nature of the role.

3. To adopt a supportive and constructive approach with others in the team.

4. To follow wider ADHD 360 policies and procedures.

5. To undertake other duties as required to enhance the quality experience of those accessing the service.

6. To be responsible for your own health and safety, and maintain an effective home working environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current registration with statutory body
• Evidence of ongoing CPD

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification in autism related subject or enhanced clinical skills

Experience

Essential

• Trained and experienced in administration of ADOS and/or ADI-R, and completing structured assessments
• Experience of working with children i.e. CAMHS, paediatric services
• Knowledgeable about the voice of the autistic person
• Experienced in supporting and/or working with autistic people (either lived experience or via employment)
• Reflective about your skills, practice and professional development, and that of others.
• Ability to adapt clinical approach to meet the needs of the person
• Experience in delivering complex information in an accessible, professional manner

Desirable

• Involvement in regional or national autism groups
• Advanced skills in delivering training/presentations including making adaptations to present to a range of audiences

Values & Personal Qualities

Essential

• Nurturing and supportive in your clinical interactions
• Committed to providing a high-quality, team-run service
• High levels of personal and professional integrity
• Commitment to work proactively within a team
• Flexible in thinking and decision making
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills to enable full autonomy within the clinical setting on a day-to-day basis
• Able to take the initiative to make sound and reasoned judgements and decisions

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).

Employer details

Employer name

ADHD360 LTD

Address

ADHD 360 First Floor- Unit 5 Deepdale Enterprise Park

Deepdale Lane

Nettleham

Lincolnshire

LN2 2LL

Employer's website

https://www.adhd-360.com/ (Opens in a new tab)