Advance Choice Document Facilitator – Youth Mental Health

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS mental health organization in the UK seeks an ACD Facilitator to support young people previously detained under the Mental Health Act. This role emphasizes collaboration with service users and their carers to develop Advance Choice Documents, which are essential for person-centered planning in care. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in relevant health professions and experience in mental health settings, with a focus on child welfare and legislation. Travel across London boroughs is required.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Access to multidisciplinary team

Dynamic working environment

Qualifications

• Professionals in social work, nursing, psychology, occupational therapy are welcome.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in mental health is highly desirable.
• Sound knowledge of child-care and mental health legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of best practices for ACDs in mental health services.
• Collaborate with service users to ensure care planning reflects their preferences.
• Deliver training to staff to integrate ACDs into routine practice.

Skills

Experience in social work or mental health settings

Knowledge of child-care legislation

Collaborative skills

Education

Qualifications in social work, nursing, psychology, or occupational therapy

Job description

A leading NHS mental health organization in the UK seeks an ACD Facilitator to support young people previously detained under the Mental Health Act. This role emphasizes collaboration with service users and their carers to develop Advance Choice Documents, which are essential for person-centered planning in care. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in relevant health professions and experience in mental health settings, with a focus on child welfare and legislation. Travel across London boroughs is required.