AMHP

Opus People Solutions Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Opus People Solutions Ltd seeks an experienced Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join a respected Mental Health Service in the West Midlands. The role focuses on safeguarding rights, promoting recovery, and delivering high-quality statutory mental health interventions within a collaborative environment.

Working with health professionals, social care colleagues, emergency services, and community partners, you will undertake Mental Health Act assessments, coordinate detention

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of Mental Health Act and related legislation.
• Ability to assess complex cases and make independent decisions.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and with partners.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Mental Health Act assessments and act under the MHA 1983 (as amended).
• Make decisions on detention applications when appropriate.
• Ensure least restrictive and person-centred interventions.
• Collaborate with service users, families, carers and professionals.
• Conduct complex risk assessments and crisis planning.
• Provide guidance on Mental Health Act legislation and practice.
• Maintain accurate case records and participate in duty rotas.

Skills

Assessment skills

Decision making

Autonomous working

Stakeholder engagement

Education

AMHP qualification

Social Work degree

Job description

Location- West Midlands
Duration- 12 weeks
Hours per week-37 hours
Rate-£33.33 (umbrella rate) per hour

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join a highly regarded Mental Health Service in the West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified AMHP who is passionate about safeguarding individuals' rights, promoting recovery, and delivering high-quality statutory mental health interventions within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Working alongside health professionals, social care colleagues, emergency services, and community partners, you will play a pivotal role in supporting some of the most vulnerable individuals within the community.

The Role

As an AMHP, you will undertake statutory duties under the Mental Health Act and provide expert professional leadership in complex mental health situations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking Mental Health Act assessments and coordinating duties under the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended).
• Making independent decisions regarding applications for detention where appropriate.
• Ensuring the least restrictive and most appropriate interventions are considered at all times.
• Working in partnership with individuals, families, carers, health professionals, and partner agencies.
• Undertaking complex risk assessments and contributing to crisis intervention planning.
• Providing advice and guidance on Mental Health Act legislation, policy, and practice.
• Promoting recovery-focused, strengths-based, and person-centred approaches.
• Maintaining accurate, comprehensive, and timely case records.
• Participating in AMHP duty rotas, including evening, weekend, and emergency assessments where required.
• Ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are met and that individuals' rights are upheld throughout the assessment process.

About You

We are looking for a skilled and resilient practitioner who can make sound professional judgments in complex and often challenging situations.

You will:

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of mental health legislation and statutory frameworks.
• Have excellent assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Be confident working autonomously while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Build positive relationships with service users, carers, and partner agencies.
• Remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Be committed to delivering person-centred and rights-based practice.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Chartered Psychologist.
• Current professional registration (Social Work England, NMC, HCPC, or equivalent).
• Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) qualification and current approval.
• Significant post-qualification experience within mental health services.
• Comprehensive knowledge of:
  • Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended)
  • Mental Capacity Act 2005
  • Care Act 2014
  • Human Rights Act
  • Safeguarding Adults legislationFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.