Autism Assessor-Contractor Team-Fully Remote

Autism Assessor-Contractor Team-Fully Remote

ProblemShared is seeking an experienced Autism Clinician to join our growing Autism contracting team. We are looking for a motivated individual who wants to work in a high-performance team at a scaling health technology company and have responsibility for driving our business growth from day one. Our digital journeys are right at the heart of what we do and our goal is to offer seamless digital experiences to support exceptional healthcare.

Main duties of the job

The role involves providing remote ASC assessments as part of a team of two clinicians. One practitioner delivers the ADOS-informed assessment while the other undertakes the ADI-R. Ability to undertake both ADOS and ADI-R is desired. MDTs are held when required with Team Leads and, where warranted, with input from our psychiatry colleagues.

Use clinical judgement and experience to make treatment decisions using highly developed skills and knowledge regarding management of adults and young people with Autism. Exercise autonomous professional responsibility for diagnostic decision making within competence, with supervision from Team Leads. Complete risk assessments and review safeguarding needs during ongoing patient care.

Ensure accurate and timely client records are kept on the clinical platform. Reports should be written professionally and completed within expected timeframes. Make recommendations on any additional assessments or interventions required (as appropriate) to the client within the report. Work closely with senior leadership team on the further development of the Autism pathways.

Provide consultation and training to other members of staff to develop skills in this area of expertise. Maintain registration with the appropriate governing body (NMC/HCPC). Access regular clinical supervision, management supervision, NMP supervision and multi-disciplinary team meetings/case discussions.

About us

ProblemShared is a key innovator in the rapidly expanding field of digital mind health. We are a practitioner-led, CQC-regulated, digital mind health provider, working with a community of expert practitioners to broaden access to the highest quality care for people across the UK. By leveraging technology, we aim to provide scalable and personalized solutions that enhance mental well-being and bridge gaps in mental healthcare delivery.

We work in partnership with institutions such as the NHS, insurance companies and universities to deliver therapy, psychiatry, neurodevelopmental assessments and post diagnosis care for adults, children and young people.

At ProblemShared we don't just look at your CV. We're more passionate about who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We embrace difference and individuality and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

No matter who you are, where you're from, who you love, follow in faith, disability status, ethnicity or the gender you identify with, you're welcome at ProblemShared. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any part of the interview process or thereafter, please do let us know!

Job responsibilities

Requirements

• Current NMC, HCPC or Social Work England registration with no restrictions on practice.
• Registered nurse or allied health professional with at least 2 years experience and knowledge of autonomously assessing and diagnosing Autism.
• Right to work and UK home address.
• Relevant experience of carrying out remote assessments. Ability to work effectively to manage own caseload. Good knowledge of legislation, research and developments relevant to the field of Autism.
• A redacted sample Autism assessment report along with your ADOS and ADI-R Certifications must be provided on application.
• Existing experience of remote assessment work.
• Experience of working with both CYP and Adults with Autism.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Current NMC, HCPC or Social Work England registration with no restrictions on practice.
• Registered nurse or allied health professional with at least 2 years experience and knowledge of autonomously assessing and diagnosing Autism.
• Right to work and UK home address.
• Relevant experience of carrying out remote assessments.
• Ability to work effectively to manage own caseload.
• Good knowledge of legislation, research and developments relevant to the field of Autism.
• Existing experience of remote assessment work.
• Experience of working with both CYP and Adults with Autism.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Term time hours.