Autism Assessor - Permanent or Contractor (Hybrid - Belfast)
Help Redefine Autism Care
Are you looking for a rewarding career move with a mission-driven, human-centric organisation where your expertise will make a real difference? Do you want to be part of a team transforming how Autism is assessed and supported?
We are seeking an Autism Assessor based in or near Belfast, open to permanent or contractor/associate roles, working on a hybrid basis with occasional face-to-face sessions in Belfast City Centre.
About Us
The digital healthcare landscape is exciting and ever-changing. At ProblemShared, you’ll work alongside talented, supportive colleagues and leaders at the forefront of change. Striving for excellence and best-in-class clinical service is at the heart of our team, with learning and CPD integral to everything we do. Our community of experts fosters knowledge sharing and access to key voices in neurodevelopmental excellence.
We have strong partnerships with NHS, university, and insurer contracts, delivering high-quality ADHD and Autism assessments, as well as assessments for learning differences. Wrap-around care—including psychoeducation, prescribing, educational navigation, and therapy—is provided all under one roof.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct remote and in-person (Belfast) Autism assessments as part of a two-clinician team (autism observation and development history interview).
- Use your clinical expertise to deliver accurate diagnoses and thoughtful recommendations.
- Collaborate with Team Leads and psychiatry colleagues in MDTs when needed.
- Maintain high standards in clinical documentation and reporting.
- Contribute to the evolution of our Autism care pathways.
What We’re Looking For
- Registered with NMC or HCPC (no restrictions)
- Background in Clinical Psychology, Nursing, or Occupational Therapy
- Experienced in Autism assessment and diagnosis, including ADOS and ADIR certification (minimum 12 months experience)
- Proven experience with children and young people (CYP); adult experience highly desirable
- Comfortable with hybrid working and occasional in-person assessments in Belfast
- Confident in managing your own caseload and making autonomous clinical decisions
- Knowledgeable about current Autism research, neuro-affirmative report writing, legislation, best practices, and undertaking formulations
Why Join Us?
- Permanent: 1 assessment per day, up to £60,000 FTE, 30 days leave + public holidays, buy/sell annual leave options, private health insurance, pension, wellbeing support, CPD, and development opportunities. In-person team meetups, co-working options, and 1 paid volunteering day per year
- Contractor/Associate: Flexible schedule, fee per assessment (£350 per completed assessment), ability to book availability up to 4 months in advance, opportunities to innovate care delivery
- A collaborative, forward-thinking team and community of mental/mind health professionals
Our Recruitment Process and Next Steps
At ProblemShared, we see beyond just your CV. We're genuinely excited about who you are, your potential, and the unique qualities you bring to our team. We also recognise that life outside of work is important, which is why we prioritise being a flexible employer.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity and Disability Confident Committed employer and celebrate diversity and are ambitious in creating a recruitment process that allows everyone to shine and showcase their unique qualities. We offer tailored opportunities and adjustments to help each individual reach their full potential.
- Once we review your CV a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to learn more about your experience and motivations.
- The next step is to meet with our clinical team who will take you through an interview to allow you to demonstrate your ability and suitability for the role. If successful we will move to an offer of employment and pre-employment checks
We know that applying for a new role and considering a new team to join can be a daunting process. We aim to make your experience with us as informative and enjoyable as possible.
Be Part of Something Bigger
We’re not just offering a job—we’re offering a chance to make a real difference in people’s lives. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a collaborative, forward-thinking team, we’d be keen to talk.
Chat to one of our specialist clinical recruiters to find out more and help us build a better future for Autism care.
- Department
- Autism
- Locations
- Belfast - Hybrid
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About ProblemShared
We provide access to the highest-quality mental healthcare services and neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and specific learning difficulties, as well as post-diagnostic care and support.
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