Trauma-Informed IST Clinician - Lead Care & MDT Support

Dorset HealthCare; Poole; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare's Intensive Support Team works with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism who present with complex needs, including distressed behaviour and mental health difficulties. This role involves leading care coordination, guiding junior staff, and contributing to quality improvement in a community-based service.

The post emphasizes trauma-informed, relational approaches and collaboration within the MDT, to prevent hospital admissions and support stable outcomes for service

Qualifications

• Experience working with people with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Ability to work in crisis and trauma-informed settings.
• Experience coordinating care and contributing to MDT discussions.

Responsibilities

• Lead elements of care coordination and case formulation.
• Provide clinical guidance and informal support to junior staff.
• Contribute to service development, audits, and quality improvement.
• Model trauma-informed, compassionate practice within the MDT.

Job description

Dorset HealthCare's Intensive Support Team works with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism who present with complex needs, including distressed behaviour and mental health difficulties. This role involves leading care coordination, guiding junior staff, and contributing to quality improvement in a community-based service.

The post emphasizes trauma-informed, relational approaches and collaboration within the MDT, to prevent hospital admissions and support stable outcomes for service