Adult Autism Occupational Therapist

RGH-Global Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist for a hybrid role focusing on neurodevelopmental assessments. This exciting position involves conducting assessments for autism and ADHD, utilizing established diagnostic tools, and providing recommendations. The ideal candidate will be HCPC registered and have experience in neurodevelopmental assessments. Join a dedicated team that values ongoing training and clinical supervision, ensuring you can thrive in your role while making a significant impact on the lives of clients. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension

Generous annual leave allowance

Full ongoing training and clinical supervision

Birthday day off / day in lieu

Company benefits and discounts

Company events

Ongoing training and CPD

Clinical supervision integral to the role

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnostic assessments for adults.
• Knowledge of autism and ADHD assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive specialist assessments for adults.
• Write professional assessment reports and provide recommendations.

Skills

Diagnostic neurodevelopmental assessments

Knowledge of assessment tools for autism and ADHD

Supervision and support of junior staff

Education

HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

Eligibility to work in the UK

Tools

ADOS-2

ADI-R

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist

Location: Exeter (Hybrid)

Role: Permanent, Part/Full-time available

Salary: £35,000 - £65,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Start: ASAP

Our client is an award-winning, NHS-approved practice dedicated to providing high-quality psychological care across the UK. They offer neurodevelopmental and psychological assessments for adults and children, as well as expert witness assessments for courts, parole boards, criminal and family law, immigration law, and medico-legal cases.

The Role

This is an exciting role within a busy service, focusing on assessments for adults. It is a hybrid position for qualified clinicians in the Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team, primarily conducting autism and/or ADHD assessments. Some tasks may be performed remotely, but travel to the Exeter base is required.

The responsibilities include conducting comprehensive specialist assessments, utilizing established diagnostic tools for autism and ADHD, writing timely and professional assessment reports, and providing recommendations and interventions. Depending on experience, the clinician may also supervise and support junior staff members.

Qualifications / Must Haves

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Must be eligible to work in the UK
• Experience in diagnostic neurodevelopmental and developmental assessments for adults
• Knowledge of assessment tools for autism and ADHD
• ADOS-2 / ADI-R trained

Benefits

• Pension
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Full ongoing training and clinical supervision
• Birthday day off / day in lieu
• Company benefits and discounts
• Company events
• Ongoing training and CPD
• Clinical supervision integral to the role