Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to join our Adult Autism Assessment Team in the beautiful county of Cornwall. We are looking for a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, Social Worker or Mental Health Nurse to join our team of Psychologists. This post is available full or part-time and will be working as part of a small team providing assessments for adults who are querying a diagnosis of autism. Interviews Date: TBC Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to participate in the delivery of specialist autism assessments. Work with a wide range of professionals in a variety of multidisciplinary teams across agencies in a consultative, advisory and collaborative capacity (e.g. other CFT services, Cornwall Council, RCHT). Teach/support SLT/ Nursing students on placement. Advise the service lead/team manager on issues of service delivery relating to the specialist clinical area. Represent the autism assessment team appropriately at inter-disciplinary or inter-agency forums as required. Use very good interpersonal communication skills within the professional clinical role, to listen to and counsel adults and their families, to provide support and empathy, to identify and resolve difficult situations and to manage conflict. Work collaboratively and initiate liaison over clinical matters with a wide range of professions from a variety of locations and agencies (health, education, social, private, voluntary). Present and communicate diagnostic outcomes and clinical information in a manner that motivates, negotiates with, involves, and empowers service users and their families, as well as multidisciplinary colleagues. About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK. Over 4,000 people make up the Trust, including doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff. We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work, and a great partner. Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of the population in Cornwall is supported by acute hospital services in Devon, necessitating close collaboration with our partners in Devon. During the summer and other holidays, many visitors increase the demand for our services. Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role, please see supporting documents. Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Professional Qualification at a minimum of degree level (e.g. SALT/Nursing/Psychology) Clinical experience of working with autism, other neurodevelopmental disorders, and with adults with complex conditions and needs Trained to use the ADOS Skills and Aptitude
Skilled at integrating psychosocial, physical, emotional and environmental factors within a holistic patient-centered approach during the assessment process Skilled in time management and organisational skills, working flexibly either autonomously or as part of a team with the ability to engage and network professionally Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of the Diagnostic Criteria for Autism and features of Autistic Spectrum Disorder and social communication difficulties. Knowledge of differential diagnosis and comorbidities associated with neurodevelopmental conditions (e.g. ASD, ADHD, Tic disorders, DCD, Learning disabilities) Ability to concentrate for extended lengths of time during clinical activities and diagnostic meetings Personal Qualities
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to listen well and demonstrate empathy, without prejudice. Ability to communicate and build good relationships with colleagues within a multi-disciplinary team and complement the roles of other professionals 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.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to join our Adult Autism Assessment Team in the beautiful county of Cornwall. We are looking for a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, Social Worker or Mental Health Nurse to join our team of Psychologists. This post is available full or part-time and will be working as part of a small team providing assessments for adults who are querying a diagnosis of autism. Interviews Date: TBC Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to participate in the delivery of specialist autism assessments. Work with a wide range of professionals in a variety of multidisciplinary teams across agencies in a consultative, advisory and collaborative capacity (e.g. other CFT services, Cornwall Council, RCHT). Teach/support SLT/ Nursing students on placement. Advise the service lead/team manager on issues of service delivery relating to the specialist clinical area. Represent the autism assessment team appropriately at inter-disciplinary or inter-agency forums as required. Use very good interpersonal communication skills within the professional clinical role, to listen to and counsel adults and their families, to provide support and empathy, to identify and resolve difficult situations and to manage conflict. Work collaboratively and initiate liaison over clinical matters with a wide range of professions from a variety of locations and agencies (health, education, social, private, voluntary). Present and communicate diagnostic outcomes and clinical information in a manner that motivates, negotiates with, involves, and empowers service users and their families, as well as multidisciplinary colleagues. About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK. Over 4,000 people make up the Trust, including doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff. We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work, and a great partner. Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of the population in Cornwall is supported by acute hospital services in Devon, necessitating close collaboration with our partners in Devon. During the summer and other holidays, many visitors increase the demand for our services. Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role, please see supporting documents. Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Professional Qualification at a minimum of degree level (e.g. SALT/Nursing/Psychology) Clinical experience of working with autism, other neurodevelopmental disorders, and with adults with complex conditions and needs Trained to use the ADOS Skills and Aptitude
Skilled at integrating psychosocial, physical, emotional and environmental factors within a holistic patient-centered approach during the assessment process Skilled in time management and organisational skills, working flexibly either autonomously or as part of a team with the ability to engage and network professionally Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of the Diagnostic Criteria for Autism and features of Autistic Spectrum Disorder and social communication difficulties. Knowledge of differential diagnosis and comorbidities associated with neurodevelopmental conditions (e.g. ASD, ADHD, Tic disorders, DCD, Learning disabilities) Ability to concentrate for extended lengths of time during clinical activities and diagnostic meetings Personal Qualities
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to listen well and demonstrate empathy, without prejudice. Ability to communicate and build good relationships with colleagues within a multi-disciplinary team and complement the roles of other professionals 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.
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