The principal purpose of the job is to improve the health & wellbeing of CYP and their families/carers with a range of possible neurodiverse difficulties. Active involvement in the delivery of high quality, safe and compassionate service as an effective member of the team implementing specific assessment, review, and care packages to individuals and groups within standard protocols, and integrated care pathways. Providing evidence-based advice and consultancy to young people, family members/carers within standard protocols. Organising and managing a defined caseload under appropriate guidance and work as lone workers where appropriate. The post holder will be accountable for their own actions within the delivery of this care. Seeking advice and expertise of a registered practitioner when required through the use of regular managerial and clinical supervision in accordance with Livewell policy. Communication and Working Relationships To communicate in a skilled and respectful manner with young people, families and carers who may have specific difficulties in understanding and/or communicating and who may be distressed and/or present with behaviour that can be challenging. To participate in clinical meetings and to collaborate with other colleagues in the wider multi-disciplinary services. To maintain appropriate professional boundaries whilst recognising abilities and limitations of own competence. To communicate complex and sensitive condition related information concerning the assessment, treatment and risk factors in relation to a range of possible neurodiverse difficulties. To always establish and maintain clear and professional relationships with others. To liaise and work collaboratively with a range of other professionals in statutory and non-statutory organisations agencies. Provide a high standard of written and verbal communication that is clear and in line with Trust documentation standards. Planning and Organisation To organise, plan and prioritise own workload under distant guidance of a registered practitioner. To provide evidence-based advice, guidance and consultancy to patients, family members, carers and professionals within standard protocols. Planning, co-ordination and review of services including active reviews and review of placements as delegated by other registered practitioners. Organise clinical meetings and ensure that interventions/services are planned in an integrated and co-ordinated manner to best support the client/carers, this may include liaison with external agencies. Analytical and Judgement Skills Recognise own clinical competencies, knowledge base and experience, and ensure that you practice within this and seek support as required. To make informed and well-reasoned decisions, recognising when to seek further advice from a registered practitioner. Undertake risk assessments and determine the appropriate course of action, which has taken into consideration a range of possible options. Where necessary, ensure that consultation with senior colleagues is undertaken. Recognise and take action to deal with any situations which may provide a conflict of interest. Responsibility and Accountability To comply with LW policies and procedures and the Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers. To promote and uphold the privacy, dignity, rights, health and wellbeing of clients and their care givers at all times. Responsible for the delivery of specific care packages including assessing, planning, intervention and evaluation within standard protocols and accountable for their own actions within the delivery of this care. Provide evidence based clinical advice in relation to the individuals in the care of the team. Ensure that appropriate action is taken for safeguarding children under the guidance of a Senior Practitioner. Maintain up to date clinical records in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with Livewell policy. Policy and Service Responsibility To follow Livewell policy guidance in relation to your team and role and to comment on proposed policy changes and service developments. Actively embrace change, respond positively to new priorities and challenges and look for opportunities for service development and improvement. To contribute to service development activities as required by line management to improve the quality of care offered by the team. Safety and Compliance Areas Risk Management: In Accordance with the Risk Management Strategy, participate, whenever required, with the risk management process. Health and Safety at Work: Co-operate with those in authority and others in meeting the statutory requirements and in following policies and procedures. Infection Control: Comply with infection control policies and guidance, attend relevant updates and report issues of concern. Safeguarding Children and Adults: Duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his/her manager.