PLEASE REFER TO JD & PERSON SPEC FOR FULL MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical To undertake assessments and interventions (for example neuro-psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect observations and semi-structured interviews of clients, family members and others involved in the clients care), as appropriate to level of training, competence and under live or regular supervision from a qualified practitioner Psychologist. To assist in the development of psychologically based frameworks of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service. To formulate and deliver care, training or research plans within settings where there may be a hostile atmosphere, challenging behaviour or high levels of expressed emotion. To conduct literature searches, collate audit and outcome evidence, analyse relevant data and produce reports to inform and enhance care delivered by the service. To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups, training or research projects If required, to compile risk histories to inform care plans, risk and crisis plans. To work with other team members to improve care, training and research practices and the quality of life of clients. To attend and contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings. To support the delivery of evidence based psychological interventions for clients. To carry out other clinical and administrative tasks as appropriate to the post holders grade. To be up to date with both de-escalation, physical breakaway and PMVA techniques appropriate to the service environment.