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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.
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Job Overview
Please note that we will only accept applications from staff currently employed by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
A fixed term opportunity for three months has arisen within the Neurodevelopment (ND) Team for an experienced practitioner to be part of the assessment service for children and young people with neuro-diverse presentations. The role requires confidence in assessment skills, decision making and multi-disciplinary working.
The practitioner will be part of the multidisciplinary approach to assessment and will support and be supported by the team. They will attend a weekly MDT to support the assessment process.
An understanding of the ND Profiling Tool (Portsmouth), ND assessment process, Putting Things Right (PTR) complaints procedures and supervision support skills will be desirable. The ND service is currently in the process of transition and change, an understanding of change management, team building, and compassionate leadership are qualities that will provide support to the team
Part time hours will be considered.
This post is fixed term until 31 March 2025 to cover service needs.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Neuro-Developmental (ND) service, the post holder will support the development of a collaborative multi-disciplinary team delivering evidence based assessments and interventions in line with national guidelines related to ND disorders and raise awareness inclusive of providing training across agencies. The post holder will contribute to the MDT ND assessments and support family’s pre and post diagnosis and work with families with ND disorders.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh 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 speciality 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.
Education
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse / Teaching / Occupational Therapist / Speech & Language Therapist
- Relevant qualification / degree
- Up to date registration
Desirable criteria
- Relevant CAMHS and nursing / therapies / experience and training
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of multi-disciplinary team working.
- Experience of workload management of junior staff.
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of effective partnership working
- Experience within the field of mental health nursing
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential criteria
- Evidence of well-developed skills & knowledge.
- Able to co-ordinate multi-disciplinary care.
- Awareness of current clinical issues & national communication skills.
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of advance practice.
- Knowledge/ experience of clinical supervision.
Values
Essential criteria
- Can work independently and take responsibility for own actions.
- Resilient and has an awareness of and actively engages in self-care.
