UCL CYP PT Therapy ASD/LD

• With the assistance of their clinical supervisor accept appropriate referrals; Access clients for suitability for the treatment for which modality specific training is provided- Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the department's referral protocols, and refer unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary.- Formulate, implement and evaluate therapeutic intervention for clients in line with their training modality and experience.- Involve the system around the child in treatment as appropriate, e.g. parent/carer, school, conveying therapy formulations with sensitivity in easily understood language.- Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.- Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols.- Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.- Fulfilling the requirements of and completing a PG diploma at UCL/Anna Freud including practical, academic, and practice-based assessments, alongside private study.- Communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with the multidisciplinary team, patients and their family, visitors or carers, and other clinicians involved in the care of the patient, e.g. General Practitioners.

Essential

• Minimum second-class Bachelor's Degree or equivalent standard in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology, social work etc)
• OR Applicants who do not fulfil the academic criteria but have relevant professional experience are still encouraged to apply and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Knowledge and understanding of the key features and symptoms associated with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities
• Knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges for Autistic/LD children and young people and their families
• Awareness and understanding of the significantly increased risk of co-morbid mental health challenges and other neuro-developmental challenges within the Autistic population
• Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to safeguarding children.

Desirable

• Ability to study and complete academic work at postgraduate study level
• Knowledge of the MDT approach and collaborative working with other agencies to ensure the needs of Autistic/LD children and young people are understood and effectively met (i.e. education and social care agencies).

Essential

• 2 or more years of experience working within a children and young people's mental health setting (e.g. mental health worker)
• 1 year or more of clinical competence and experience working with Autistic and/or LD individuals.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with safeguarding issues.
• Experience of working as part of the multi-disciplinary team with children and young people with Autism and/or LD and their families.

Essential

• Ability to have a flexible and creative approach to facilitating engagement with Autistic and/or LD children and young people.
• Ability to adapt methods of communication and intervention for the varying needs and levels of the children and young people's Autistic and/or LD population
• Ability to maintain a reflective stance in emotive/challenging interactions with children and their carers.
• Ability to personally manage sensitive and potentially emotionally distressing caseload material.
• Ability to reflect on own practice (in clinical supervision and practice tutor groups with course peers)
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to complete academic work at postgraduate level and balance the academic demands of the course with clinical placement demands.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• IT/Computer literate.

Desirable

• Ability to adopt multi-agency working, especially in relation to complex cases with multiple needs, where a more systemic approach is required.
• Ability to advocate for the needs of children and young people with Autism and/or LD and their families.

Essential

• Ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexible, creative and problem-solving approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team.

Essential

• Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion within their existing practice and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties

Essential

• Ability and experience of working from home, and at UCLH.
• Flexibility with working hours, according to demands of patients if required
• Any other duties within the scope of practice as the service needs develop