Job summary
We are seeking an specialist neurodevelopmental practitioner to undertake assessments for young people referred for assessment of ADHD
The post will involve the assessment of young people and presenting cases to the multidisciplinary team.
This post offers the Trust's £4,000 Incentive for band 5-7 Nurses & Practitioners, as well as a relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 (subject to terms and conditions).
Main duties of the job
Providing assessments for ADHD to young people referred to the service
Using QB tech equipment (training will be provided)
Formulating comprehensive assessment reports for the multidisciplinary team
Screening of referrals
Risk and care plans
About us
Working in Sussex Partnership provides opportunities for regular clinical supervision and training
Specialist training in using the QB test and interpreting results
Support to complete mandatory training
Opportunities for further development
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post will focus primarily on the assessment of young people referred for ADHD
Providing comprehensive assessment taking a detailed developmental history
The use of screening tools and knowledge of ADHD
Risk planning and completing care plans for all young people
Providing advise and signposting to additional services
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Registered Nurse with current registration [mental health/LD/Adult], appropriate to the job role
2. Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent
3. Evidence of continuous professional development
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
4. Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group
5. Experience of supervising staff
6. Experience of managing a caseload
7. Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group with a variety of health problems
8. Experience of working consultatively with professionals
9. Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments
10. Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies