To support Qualified Psychologists by undertaking psychological assessments of clients applying psychologically based psychometric tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members, and others involved in the clients' care.
To undertake psychological assessments of service users under the supervision of a qualified psychologist, which may include, as appropriate, a range of psychometric tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations, and semi-structured interviews with service users, carers, and others involved in the clients' care.
To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a clients' problems, under the supervision of a qualified professional psychologist, in a range of settings as appropriate.
To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups.
To work with other disciplines to assess inpatients, outpatients, day patients, or residents and review their care in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews.
To assist in the development of a psychological framework of understanding and care to all service users of the service, across all care settings.
To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings as directed by the qualified psychologists.
To use a degree of initiative and work independently with service users on planned work, and to exercise judgement based on good practice (NICE) and local operating procedures.
To work with potentially distressing material in relation to service users' personal histories and presentations, including risk to self and others.
In common with all clinical psychologists, to receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with professional practice guidelines and trust policy.
To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties. Where appropriate, and under the supervision of qualified staff, contribute to the training and support of other staff in psychological care.
To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects within the service as required.
To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed as required.
To be competent in the use of basic IT packages, such as Microsoft Word.
Develop a skill base in the administration and analysis of a range of psychometric packages as directed.
To assist in the design and implementation of audit, effectiveness, and research projects.
To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of full reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes.
To review evidence-based literature and research to assist qualified psychologists and work with other team members in their clinical responsibilities as necessary.
To prepare test materials and visual aids as required.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full list of duties and responsibilities.
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