Autism Assessment Clinician

Job summary Autism 360 is part of the widely establishedADHD 360 Ltd. We continue to expand our clinical team as we increase our remote private and NHS assessment offer throughout the UK and beyond.
We are moving to a seven day service to maximise availability for those seeking an assessment.
We are looking for clinicians committed to serving and supporting the autistic community.
If you are a responsive, focused and compassionate clinician, there is a place for you in our team.TheAutism 360 teamYou will bepart of a growing team of highly experienced, dynamic autism professionals, comprisingof nurses and allied health professionals.
We are an organisationthat cares, listens and wants to help.
We pride ourselves on offering a high quality, time-efficient service.We look beyond a diagnosis; we do not justfocus upon identifying any diagnosis, but supporting the person to understandit for themselves through our range of aftercare options.
The service supports professional development of its team members, with potential progression opportunities for the right team member.We operate within a multidisciplinary team model, whilst empowering clinical decision making of each clinician.
This provides a balance of support, collaboration and belonging.
Main duties of the job The role:We pride ourselves on being responsive to the needs of those accessing the service.
As such, the structure and duties of each day can vary to meet these needs.Key aspects of the role include:Undertake skilled autism diagnostic assessments (ADOS and ADI-R).
Obtain detailed developmental history through clinical interview.
Evaluation of available evidence against diagnostic criteria.
Accurate and timely record keeping of all contacts and assessments.
Contribute to multi-disciplinary team (MDT) discussions and decision making.
Communicating the outcome of assessments with those accessing the service.
Develop defensible written reports, presenting complex information in a clear and accessible way.
Participate in post diagnostic webinars or other aftercare offers.Work across a six day service, including some evenings.
About us Our guiding principles and values:At Autism 360 we hold ourselves up the following principles within all aspects of our work:Empathy; towards those using the service, their family and towards each other.Focus; We do what needs to be done, only what needs to be done, and we do it with precision.Impute; We impute quality with every interaction and detail.
Every contact or action is designed to make a positive difference.Acceptance, respect, protection and encouragement of others and learning are our core values.
These are visible in our practices, policies and interactions.Why join Autism 360?In addition to joining a team thatis as committed to supporting its staff as those who access the service, you willreceive the following:Up to 28 days annual leave(pro-rata), plus bank holidays and additional birthday leave.Contributory pension scheme.Regular supervision and feedbackopportunities.Dedicated administration support.CPD opportunities to continuallyenhance your skill and knowledgeAll technology needed for the roleand to maintain connection to the rest of the team.Invite to full team summer andwinter organisation-wide social and learning events to maximise connectednessand professional relationship fellowship.Free access to our 4-berth luxurystatic caravan Chrysalis cottage, located in the Peak District, for a holiday.
Job description Job responsibilities Statement of job purpose: The role will be to undertakestructured autism assessments, and to contribute to wider multi-disciplinaryteam discussions around the presence of autism for those accessing the service.
The role will play a key function in thedelivery of our aftercare service for those having received a positivediagnosis of autism.
Key responsibilities: Clinical To undertake skilled autismdiagnostic assessments (ADOS informed and/ or ADI-R) and obtain sufficient detaileddevelopmental history through clinical interview to make a decision ondiagnosis.To operate as an integral member ofthe multi-disciplinary team, contributing to discussions, decision making andproviding feedback as required.To clearly communicate the outcomeof assessments with those accessing the service, family members (whereappropriate) and professionals, in written and verbal formats.To develop defensible written reportsor information resources, presenting complex information in a clear andaccessible way.To develop and participate in postdiagnostic webinars.To contribute to the development anddelivery of other aftercare offers.To write topical articles ordiscussion points for the Autism 360 website.To maintain accurate, professionaland timely records of all contacts and assessments undertaken.To uphold the professional standards of Autism 360,the wider ADHD 360 LTD organisation and those of your own statutory body.To attendrelevant training and development in order to maintain and develop skills andknowledge required to support those accessing the service.Tomaintain current knowledge of evidence base and good practice throughengagement with variety of opportunities such as conferences, courses andmeetings.Tocontribute to audits, use reflective learning, peer discussions and developmentopportunities and action planning to generate ideas and create increasingquality within the clinical practice.To maintain registration of yourstatutory body.
General / administration To prepare for and participate inregular clinical and managerial supervision.To carry out all administrativetasks reasonably associated with the nature of the role.To adopt a supportive andconstructive approach with others in the team.To follow wider ADHD 360 LTD policiesand procedures.To undertake other duties asrequired to enhance the quality experience of those accessing the service.To be responsible for your ownhealth and safety, and maintain an effective home working environment.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current registration with statutory body.
Trained AND experienced in administration of ADOS and ADI-R.
Desirable Post graduate qualification in autism related subject or enhanced clinical skills.
Experience Essential Experience of working with children CAMHS, pediatric services and adults.
Knowledgeable about the voice of the autistic person.
Experienced in supporting and/or working with autistic people (either lived experience or via employment).
Experience in delivering complex information in an accessible, professional manner.
Ability to adapt clinical approach to meet the needs of the person.
Knowledgeable about co-occurring conditions and differential diagnosis.
High level of IT literacy including online meeting platforms.
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 and personal qualities Essential Nurturing and supportive in your clinical interactions.
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.
Reflective about your skills, practice and professional development, and that of others.