We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.
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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working.
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process.
Job Overview
The role of the Neurodevelopmental Support Worker requires a highly motivated and organised individual to organise, coordinate and support group intervention and lead on some of our Parent/Carer and Child/Young Person group sessions.
A requirement to support families who have been identified as having neurodiverse needs by providing information and advice as appropriate. Completion of clinical work under the supervision of experienced clinicians within the team.
The role also includes a number of administrative duties including the screening of referral documentation and supporting decision making of the team. Supporting the assessment process for our children and young people by collating information from home and school for the diagnostic clinicians.
This is a fixed-term post for 24 months to cover the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of the Early Help Neurodiversity Hub under the supervision of a qualified clinician.
The role includes a number of administrative duties including the screening of referral documentation and supporting decision making of the team. Supporting the assessment process for our children and young people by collating information from home and school for the diagnostic clinicians.
The role requires excellent communication skills, a high level of empathy and the ability to manage a mix of clinical and administrative tasks with a flexible and adaptable attitude to work.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work-life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high-quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
* Significant experience of working with young people with Neurodevelopmental Disorders and/or Mental Health Needs in a community setting.
* Experience supporting parents and families.
Desirable criteria
* Experience of multi-professional working.
* Experience of group work.
Qualifications And Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Experience in a Health / Social Care Setting.
* Relevant training / degree / equivalent experience in Neurodevelopment Conditions.
Desirable criteria
* Knowledge / Experience of working with children and families with a neurodiverse condition.
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
* Up to date knowledge of professional issues.
* Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal.
Desirable criteria
* Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
Other
Essential criteria
* Satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS clearance including an/a Adults and Childrens Barred List check.
* Able to be independently mobile within a geographical area and able to travel within various locations across Gwent.
* Commitment to client-centred and non-discriminatory practice.
Desirable criteria
* To be prepared to work flexible hours to meet the needs of children and their families.
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