Autism Neurodevelopmental OT Specialist for Children

Hywel Dda University Health Board; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the Children’s Neurodevelopmental Service in West Wales. The role will provide diagnostic assessments and time-limited post-diagnostic support for autistic children and young people, working autonomously within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality service delivery.

You will manage complex caseloads, undertake specialist assessments, and contribute to training and policy implementation related to

Qualifications

• HCPC registered as an OT in the UK.
• Experience with autism and neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Able to work autonomously within the Neurodevelopmental Service.
• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous diagnostic assessments within the Childrens Neurodevelopmental Service.
• Deliver time-limited post-diagnostic interventions and discharge planning.
• Manage a caseload including complex developmental, behavioural and communication issues.
• Plan and deliver highly specialist occupational therapy provision and evaluation using outcomes.
• Assist in development of training material and deliver workshops on Autism and Neurodiversity.

Skills

Autism knowledge

Neurodiversity support

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Caseload management

Education

Occupational Therapy degree

Job description

Hywel Dda University Health Board is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the Children’s Neurodevelopmental Service in West Wales. The role will provide diagnostic assessments and time-limited post-diagnostic support for autistic children and young people, working autonomously within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality service delivery.

You will manage complex caseloads, undertake specialist assessments, and contribute to training and policy implementation related to