Paediatric OT Specialist: ASD/ADHD & Sensory, Flexible Work

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Mountain Ash; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading pension

Generous leave

Flexible work

Career growth

Ongoing learning

Job summary

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is seeking an experienced Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the paediatric team. You will provide expert assessment and intervention for children and young people with ASD, ADHD and sensory differences, working autonomously and coordinating with families, schools and community partners.

The role includes managing a complex caseload, guiding junior staff, developing services in collaboration with Neuro-developmental and Integrated Autism

Qualifications

• Autonomous practitioner in paediatric occupational therapy.
• Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and sensory processing differences.
• Ability to mentor and deliver training across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the Paediatric Occupational Therapy team and multidisciplinary colleagues to maintain continuity of service.
• Independently manage a complex paediatric caseload, triaging and ensuring patients are seen by the most appropriate professional.
• Deliver assessment, care planning and interventions for children with ASD, ADHD or sensory difficulties to maximise independence and function.
• Collaborate with Neuro-developmental and Integrated Autism services to develop pathways and capacity for OT provision.
• Lead post-graduate education of OT colleagues and other professions; mentor and share knowledge across sites.

Skills

Autonomous practitioner

Paediatric OT

ASD/ADHD expertise

Job description

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is seeking an experienced Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the paediatric team. You will provide expert assessment and intervention for children and young people with ASD, ADHD and sensory differences, working autonomously and coordinating with families, schools and community partners.

The role includes managing a complex caseload, guiding junior staff, developing services in collaboration with Neuro-developmental and Integrated Autism