We are seeking an specialist neurodevelopmental practitioner to undertake assessments for young people referred for assessment of ADHD

The post will involve the assessment of young people and presenting cases to the multidisciplinary team.

This post offers the Trust's �4,000 Incentive for band 5-7 Nurses & Practitioners, as well as a relocation package up to a maximum of �8,000 (subject to terms and conditions).

Main duties of the job

Providing assessments for ADHD to young people referred to the service

Using QB tech equipment (training will be provided)

Formulating comprehensive assessment reports for the multidisciplinary team

Screening of referrals

Risk and care plans

About us

Working in Sussex Partnership provides opportunities for regular clinical supervision and training

Specialist training in using the QB test and interpreting results

Support to complete mandatory training

Opportunities for further development

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post will focus primarily on the assessment of young people referred for ADHD

Providing comprehensive assessment taking a detailed developmental history

The use of screening tools and knowledge of ADHD

Risk planning and completing care plans for all young people

Providing advise and signposting to additional services

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current registration [mental health/LD/Adult], appropriate to the job role
• Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group
• Experience of supervising staff
• Experience of managing a caseload
• Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group with a variety of health problems
• Experience of working consultatively with professionals
• Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments
• Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Highmore

Western Road

Hailsham

BN27 3DY

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354-CS-21530