The Practitioner Needs Form is the key part of the process in that it allows each practitioner to provide information related to the specific needs of the child.
The form is split into 9 different sections.
Social Communication
Language Skills
Social Interaction
Flexibility of thought
Sensory Behaviours
Attention/Concentration
Hyperactivity & Impulsive Behaviour
Physical Health
Learning and Development
Whilst you are able to complete any of the sections should you wish to do so, one or more sections may be mandatory. These are sections for which you have been identified by the case initiator as having observed the need.
You must click each heading to add information relating to that need. You are asked to add the date of the information you are providing i.e. the information may be 6 or 12 months old and having a date will help with the assessment.
You may add supporting documents but please add a reference to the supporting document in the appropriate sections. Clicking on Add supporting document will allow you to select a file from your computer to upload.
After completing the form, you must confirm whether you believe a referral is required and whether or not you wish to take on the role of the lead referrer.
After completing the form, select the tick box to confirm it is a complete submission.
Upon successfully submitting the form you will be shown a confirmation dialogue.