Do you want to make a difference in a dynamic and rewarding environment? Join our dedicated team at HMP Chelmsford as a Neurodiversity Support Worker.As part of our team, you will play a key role in screening and assessing individuals to offer tailored interventions for people whose communication, thinking style, and coping strategies are affected by the presence of a Neurodevelopmental Disorder. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure each person receives the support they need to thrive.What We’re Looking For:Experience or training in supporting individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disorders (such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, or learning disabilities).A compassionate and empathetic approach with the ability to adapt communication and support strategies.Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with professionals across different disciplines.Excellent organisational and communication skills.This is a brand new role to our service, that you will be able to make your own.Working hours will be Monday to Friday, 8am to 4.30pmIf you are committed to promoting neurodiversity and believe in the potential of every individual, we would love to hear from you. This is your opportunity to contribute to a positive, supportive environment at HMP Chelmsford while making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.Apply now and join us in making a meaningful impact!Package DescriptionAs a “Neurodiversity Support Worker”, you’ll be part of our valued team: Competitive salary of £27,000 depending on experience with group pensionMembership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to youAccess to your wages as you earn them to help cover life’s emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest ratesOnline and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing – from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our ‘Outstanding’ learning and development team, The Learning EnterpriseAn open, just culture where you’re encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care – backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each yearMain ResponsibilitiesTo assist in initial assessments of people within prison to identify neurodevelopmental disorders and refer to appropriate pathways dependant on the presenting vulnerability. Work collaboratively with services to conduct detailed assessments of appropriate referrals with a focus on neurodivergence needs.Develop, monitor, and review plans to meet identified needs with the supervision of Healthcare Professionals. Utilise a range of strategies using evidence-based interventions for people, that is time limited, with a focus on enabling greater awareness of individual’s needs, reducing and managing offending behaviour.The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate will have excellent written and communication skills to help develop case studies for a developing role. They may have had previous experience of working in a prison setting. They are able to work as part of a team and independently.
