Mental Health Specialist

2 months ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom West London NHS Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Specialist Practitioner to join our Autism Liaison Service at West London NHS Trust. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in providing specialist assessments and interventions to autistic service users in acute and community mental health services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide client-centred autism specialist services to a defined caseload of service users with complex needs across acute and community mental health services.
  • Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to identify and meet the needs of service users under the care of acute mental health services with a diagnosis of autism or where autism is suspected.
  • Offer assessments and interventions for autistic service users, including those at risk of readmission to inpatient mental health services or frequent users of unplanned care.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including service users, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Contribute to the development of integrated care pathways and service improvements.
Requirements
  • Professional qualification in mental health, such as Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse (RMN), Clinical Associate Psychologist (CAP), Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (BABCP accredited), or Arts Therapist.
  • Current registration with the relevant professional body (HCPC, NMC, BPS, BABCP).
  • Relevant post-qualification experience in Mental Health and/or Autism and/or Learning Disabilities.
  • Application of core profession-specific skills in assessments and interventions.
  • Experience of working with autistic people.
Desirable Criteria
  • Lived experience of autism, either as an autistic person or carer/supporter.
  • Experience of supervision of students and staff.
  • Experience of delivering training/teaching.
  • Experience of undertaking sensory assessments and sensory-based interventions.
What We Offer

As a Specialist Practitioner at West London NHS Trust, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the delivery of high-quality mental health services. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working closely with colleagues to provide comprehensive care to service users. We offer a range of benefits, including professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a competitive salary package.

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