Autism Assessor (Child)

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!

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