Job Description

The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS, and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to profound LD, ASD and ADHD as well as physical disabilities) including specialist therapeutic interventions, neurodevelopmental assessments with post-diagnostic support, MDT and group interventions, duty and initial assessments and brief, focused interventions for autism. Systemic and relational models form the basis for much of our work, alongside behavioural techniques and a variety of specialist, evidence based approaches. Referrals are diverse, reflecting our local community which we are proud to serve.



Due to all assistants getting on to training, an exciting opportunity has arisen for two assistant psychologists to join the CAMHS Disability Service at the Hackney Ark to co-ordinate diagnostic assessment clinics and complete supervised diagnostic assessments as well as co-ordinate post diagnostic support and deliver Early Bird groups. We are a forward thinking, passionate team supporting children and young people with disability and their families.



T here are 2 full-time, permeant roles. If you are motivated and enthusiastic to work in CAMHS in the context of assessment and group work in ASD/ADHD/LD, in a multi diverse and partnership delivery model, within an outstanding NHS organisation, these are ideal positions to apply for.

The post holder will:

Contribute to ASD ADHD assessments both with/with out LD

Hold own assessment and group caseload for clinical supervision

Support and coordinate CAMHS clinics, plan and organise the group schedule in advance, utilising administration

Support clinical work of qualified staff in relation to diagnostic assessment e.g. reports, outcome measures and group interventions, develop clinical resources

Deliver evidence based post diagnostic group work and maintain a database for group-work and workshops as appropriate

Liaise closely with the designated Clinical Lead, MDT and Psychology assistants for ASD

Assist with research projects; audit activities and teaching. Undertake activities appropriate to the post, under the guidance of the line manager.

Be part of a CAMHS Service, involved in all team activities as appropriate e.g. Duty

Maintain clear records of referrals management and all clinical activity (RiO)

Plan and organise own workload under guidance from the supervisor and complete administrative tasks as necessary, work flexibly to support clinical work.

Undertake personal development activities appropriate to the post, under the guidance of the line manager.



We encourage male and minority UK applicants (global majority applicants) to reflect the local area.



Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, and the City of London.



We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).



Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients.



Homerton Healthcare aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.



We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.



Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.



Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.



The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page



The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.