Autism Assessor (Child)

Full-Time, Part-Time

Our ADHD Careers: About the role

Salary: £60,000

Shift and Schedule: Full time 40 hours per week (part time minimum 28 hours per week)

Location: Remote

Full job description:

Do you want to make a difference?

Are you ready for a new challenge?

Can you work in a team that's supporting world class healthcare for people with ADHD?

If you have answered YES to these questions, we have a great opportunity for you!

Company Description:

Autism360 is growing! We are on a mission to deliver exceptional care and are looking for passionate individuals to join our supportive, collaborative team. We believe in creating an environment where you can do the most meaningful work of your career. By integrating people, data, and technology, we empower our clinicians and staff to transform the mind health and neurodevelopmental journeys of every patient we support.

Job Summary:

The role involves using tools such as ADOS-2 and ADI-R to inform diagnostic decisions, producing detailed reports, providing feedback and post-diagnostic support to families, completing risk and safeguarding assessments, and contributing to service development. Candidates must have strong clinical decision-making skills, experience with remote assessments, a solid understanding of NICE guidelines and co-occurring conditions, and the ability to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team.

This role would ideally suit a Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapists or Social Worker with ADOS and ADI-R

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive, person centered, child Autism assessments.
Exercise independent professional responsibility for diagnostic decision-making within competence.
Administer and interpret standardized assessment tools such as the ADOS-2 and ADI-R to support diagnostic decision making.
Write detailed, accurate, and professional assessment reports highlighting findings and recommendations.
Provide feedback to individuals and families and assist with post-diagnostic support.
Complete risk assessments and review safeguarding needs during ongoing patient care.
Work closely with senior leadership team on the further development of the Autism pathways.
Provide consultation and training other members of staff to develop skills in this area of expertise.
Maintain registration with the appropriate governing body (NMC/HCPC,Social Work England).
Access regular clinical supervision, management supervision, and multi-disciplinary team meetings/case discussions.
Good knowledge of legislation, research and developments relevant to the field of Autism.

Qualifications and Experience:

Qualified healthcare professional with current UK registration with the appropriate governing body (i.e. NMC, HCPC) with no restrictions on practice
Experience in conducting child autism assessments using ADOS-2 and ADI-R assessment tools is essential.
Ability to work unsupervised and independently and manage own workload.
Excellent clinical decision-making skills
Exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to engage with clients, colleagues and carers.
Experience with remote work and conducting virtual clinics.
Detailed understanding of co-occurring conditions and differential diagnosis, including mental health conditions.
Strong understanding of NICE Guidelines for Autism assessment and diagnosis.
Strong communication, empathy, analytical skills, and experience with neurodivergent individuals.

Competencies:

Communication and Collaboration
Clinical Decision Making
Risk Assessment and Management
Attention to Detail and Accuracy
Ability to work independently

Additional Info:

Benefits: -

• 36 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus the option to buy more with our purchase holiday scheme
• Your birthday off, because nobody should work on their special day!
• Enhanced pension contributions above the statutory minimum
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits, including maternity, adoption, shared parental and paternity pay, plus paid fertility leave
• Training & Development Opportunities, helping you grow your skills, confidence, and career
• Flexible Working Approach, empowering you to balance work and life in a way that works best for you with remote or hybrid roles available
• DBS check paid for by us
• Electric Vehicle Scheme to help you make the switch to greener driving
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Medicash healthcare plan
• Wellbeing support whenever you need it
• Cycle to Work Scheme, making it easier (and more affordable) to get active, save money, and commute sustainably
• My Staff Shop access, giving you exclusive discounts and savings on hundreds of top brands
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential advice and support
• 12.5% discount on Keys Health services for you and your family
• Exclusive use of our ADHD360 holiday home near Alton Towers for a fun-filled getaway
• Company celebration events, because successes are worth celebrating together

Safeguarding Commitment
ADHD360 is dedicated to safeguarding the wellbeing of children, young people and adults. All team members must follow safeguarding policies, attend required training, and act responsibly to protect those we support.

Autism Assessor (Child)