About this role
Job summary
Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist - ASD, ADHD & Sensory Differences
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our specialist paediatric team. As an autonomous practitioner, you will provide expert assessment and intervention for children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD and sensory differences that impact on functional performance, participation and independence.
Using highly specialised clinical reasoning skills, you will assess and manage complex presentations and co-existing conditions, delivering advanced interventions, practical strategies and advice tailored to individual needs. You will work closely with children, families, carers and education staff to support positive outcomes across home, school and community settings.
You will also play a key role in supporting the development of colleagues through mentoring, supervision and the delivery of training across sites. The post holder may be required to work across three Children's Centres and contribute to a collaborative multidisciplinary approach to care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled clinician who is passionate about improving the lives of children and young people with neurodevelopmental and sensory needs through expert, family-centred occupational therapy practice.
Main duties of the job
To work closely as part of the Paediatric Occupational Therapy Team and wider multi-disciplinary team with all hospital based and community colleagues in order to maintain continuity of service To independently manage own daily complex caseload as part of a multidisciplinary team, triaging paediatric patients, ensuring that patients are seen by the most appropriate healthcare professional To be responsible for the effective treatment and management of Service users with a primary or suspected ASD, ADHD diagnosis or sensory difficulties presentation impacting upon occupation and independence; requiring assessment, care planning and intervention in Children Centre's and community settings in order to facilitate appropriate pathway management, maximise their independence and functional ability To develop the service for children and young people with ASD, ADHD and sensory difficulties working in collaboration with Neuro-developmental Service and Integrated Autism service. Ensuring pathways and processes are clear and defined for ease of navigation and to maximise demand and capacity of Occupational Therapy provisions To take a lead role in the post-graduate education of Occupational Therapy colleagues and other professions Impart knowledge and skills, guiding further knowledge acquisition and acting as a mentor
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential
Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy. HCPC Registration Evidence of attendance on post-graduate courses and advanced training to Master's Level equivalence. Knowledge of appropriate clinical guidelines - Local and National.
Desirable
MSc or post graduate diploma in relevant area. Fieldwork Education Training Leadership qualification
Experience Essential
Extensive experience working within the paediatric ASD, ADHD, sensory difficulties field. Managing a complex caseload. Experience of audit/ research (clinical and organisational). Experience of working within healthcare systems and other ASD/ADHD pathways and services. Extensive experience of delivering highly skilled, technical physical techniques and skills, adaptability to changing reactions/experiences/environments
Desirable
Experience of working alongside Paediatric Consultants or similar. Experience of teaching at post graduate level. Evidence of student supervision Leadership and representation in clinical networks/practice groups.
Aptitude and Abilities Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills (verbal, nonverbal and written). Ability to use highly specialised clinical reasoning skills to facilitate appropriate pathway management to maximise patient independence and functional ability. Advanced assessment and intervention skills. Ability to work efficiently and effectively within a team environment. Coaching/mentoring/ presentation/instructing/ class taking skills.
Desirable
Welsh Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above Higher level IT e.g. data collection
Personal Qualities Essential
Self-motivated and capable of motivating others. Able to set priorities and deliver against targets. Ability to work collaboratively within the multi-disciplinary team. Excellent interpersonal skills. Innovative and passionate for the area of ASD, ADHD, sensory differences
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address Ysbyty Cwm Cynon
New Road
Mountain Ash
CF45 4BZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)