Clinical Specialist OT Paediatric

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.