Autism Assessment Clinician (Children & Young People)
Leaders in Care are currently supported a highly regarded private neurodevelopmental clinic in the West Midlands for an experienced Autism Assessment Clinician to join their growing team as an ASD Assessor on a permanent basis, offering a great salary of up to £60,000 / year (depending on experience).
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled clinician to deliver high-quality autism assessments for children and young people, supporting families through the diagnostic process and contributing to evidence-based outcomes. The role offers a hybrid working pattern, combining face-to-face assessments with remote working.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver CYP autism assessments in line with NICE guidance, service standards and clinical pathways.
- Gather and integrate information from multiple sources, including families, education settings and clinical records.
- Complete developmental histories, assess functional impact and consider differential presentations.
- Coordinate assessment activity and support families throughout the assessment process where required.
- Contribute to MDT discussions and diagnostic decision-making in line with recognised diagnostic criteria.
- Identify co-occurring needs, risks and safeguarding concerns, escalating appropriately.
- Produce clear, high-quality autism assessment reports within agreed timescales.
- Provide sensitive feedback to families and communicate outcomes appropriately.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced clinician to join a supportive service focused on delivering high-quality, neurodiversity-affirming assessments for children, young people and their families.
Qualifications
Must have 6-12+ months’ experience completing autism assessments for children and young people.
For more information or to apply, please contact Chris on 07897 024978 or email Chris@leadersincare.co.uk.
Autism Assessor - Children & Young People employer: Leaders In Care Ltd
Leaders In Care Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and enriching work environment in their luxury care home in Northwich. With a focus on employee development through bespoke training and a range of benefits including paid breaks, staff nurses can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in dementia care.
