Autism Practitioner | Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool

We are looking for a motivated and skilled practitioner to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred autism assessments and interventions in community settings across Liverpool and Sefton.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined clinical caseload under the supervision of the Clinical Lead, delivering timely, high‑quality autism diagnostic assessments.
• Support the multidisciplinary team with diagnostic processes, referral screening and clinical decision‑making.
• Provide clear advice and information to referrers, service users and carers and produce accurate, accessible diagnostic reports.
• Deliver assessments and interventions flexibly across community and clinical settings.
• Work collaboratively within the MDT and promote positive intra‑agency working.
• Provide information, education and support to families, carers and partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures in line with Trust and professional standards.
• Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision, caseload reviews and audit and research activities to support evidence‑based practice.
• Contribute to integrated care pathways, service development, quality improvement and perform delegated projects.
• Support recruitment, induction, training and mentorship of staff and students.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of autism assessments desirable; training and support available for further specialist development.
• Professional qualification or experience in health, clinical or community practice within autism or related fields.

Benefits

• Flexible working requests considered.
• Comprehensive training, supervision and professional development support.
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative, compassionate team and influence service development.