Job overview

The Buckinghamshire Adult Autism Diagnostic and Intervention Service

is seeking an enthusiastic

autism-aware clinician

in Bucks Autism Reasonable Adjustments (BARA) based at the

Whiteleaf centre in Aylesbury . We are keen to attract applications from social workers or occupational therapists in particular, to complement the existing skill mix. There is one full time post available, with one additional full time colleague in post. We would be happy to consider applicants who wish to work part time and can consider flexible working requests.You will have a passion and commitment to improving the care and experiences of autistic adults in mental health community and inpatient services and a knowledge of the reasonable adjustments needed. You will have experience of working with autistic adults in a professional clinical role. You will have a good understanding of the needs of this client group and ways in which generic mental health clinicians can be supported to improve the care they provide.The role will involve close working with community and inpatient mental health clinicians and teams, using consultancy and training, to share skills and knowledge. You will also work directly with some autistic service-users, when this is indicated and when resource allows. You will have experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team and of theories and techniques that can improve outcomes for autistic people using mental health services.Main duties of the job

Provide person-centred reasonable adjustments to enable autistic individuals to access mental health community and inpatient pathwaysWork collaboratively with professionals within Oxford Health Adult Mental Health Services and Buckinghamshire Council to support autistic adultsDeliver specific interventions as part of the service user''s overall care plan, including emotional regulation, sensory needs plans, and joint assessmentsParticipate in care planning meetings, multi-agency meetings, and other relevant discussions toensure the needs of autistic individuals are metOffer training and support to Oxford Health services and key stakeholders to enhance their understanding of autism and the necessary reasonable adjustmentsThe ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust is essential for this role.Working for our organisation

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:

“Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”Our values are:

“Caring, safe and excellent”We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:•

Excellent opportunities for career progression•

Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development•

27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service•

NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers•

Competitive pension scheme•

Lease car scheme•

Cycle to work scheme•

Employee Assistance Programme•

Mental Health First Aiders•

Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)•

Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion teamDetailed job description and main responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the “supporting statement” element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.Person specification

Knowledge

Essential criteria

Knowledge of contemporary autism policy and reasonable adjustments required by people with autismKnowledge of legal frameworks applicable to autistic peopleKnowledge and skills in the assessment / management of riskDemonstrates reflective practiceQualifications

Essential criteria

Relevant core professional qualification and registered with the appropriate professional body (NMC, Social Work England, or HCPC registered)Previous post-registration experience relevant to the postDesirable criteria

Teaching/mentorship post-registration qualificationDegree in relevant subjectExperience

Essential criteria

Ability to support autistic people on an individual and group basisExperience of working in community and inpatient settingsWorking with individuals who challengeDesirable criteria

Experience of project developmentExperience of supervising or managing othersPersonal Qualities

Essential criteria

Organisational skills – ability to manage own time and workload of self and others to meet defined deadlinesCompassion and sensitivity in the face of difficult situationsGood communication skills – nonverbal, verbal and writtenDocuments to Download

B6 MH liaison Clinician for Autism JD (PDF, 296.4KB)B6 Mental Health Liaison Clinician for Autism PS (PDF, 296.4KB)Guidance Notes for Candidates Applying for a job at OHFT (PDF, 424.6KB)Recruiter Contact Details

Name: Dr Rebecca Mitchell,Title: Consultant Clinical PsychologistEmail: rebecca.mitchell@oxfordhealth.nhs.ukTelephone: 01865 901532

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