Clinical Psychologist jobs in United Arab Emirates

Job Title: Psychologist (ADOS-2) - Exeter

Location: Exeter, Devon EX1 (Hybrid 1-2 days minimum). Role: Permanent. Hours: Full Time (Part Time Open to Discussion). Salary: £55,000 - £110,000 per annum (depending on experience).

This is an exciting and valuable role within a busy service, providing assessments to families and adults. It is a hybrid role for suitably qualified clinicians working within the Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team for children referred for autism and/or ADHD assessments via HSE / NHS. Some aspects of the role may be undertaken remotely, but you must be able to attend the office. The role requires conducting comprehensive specialist assessments including diagnostic assessments of individuals with suspected autism and/or ADHD using established diagnostic tools. Assessments of mental health conditions may also be required. Assessments are undertaken on behalf of the HSE / NHS via GP referral. The clinician is responsible for writing up assessment reports in a timely and professional manner, as well as providing appropriate recommendations and interventions. Depending on experience, the clinician may supervise and support junior staff members.

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience in conducting diagnostic neurodevelopmental/specialist developmental assessments with children and young people
• Experience working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental disorders or mental health difficulties in a clinical setting
• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools for autism and ADHD
• Knowledge of differential diagnosis
• Ideally ADOS-2 / ADI-R trained
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in report writing and record keeping
• Additional qualifications in relevant areas of autism and/or ADHD