AMHP for Emergency Duty Team (Out-of-Hours)

Wirral Jobs Internal; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Burton upon Trent is looking for an Advanced Mental Health Professional to join their Emergency Duty Team. This permanent role involves providing out-of-hours support to vulnerable individuals and families in crisis. The successful candidate must be a qualified AMHP or willing to train, and will work on a rotating shift basis. Competitive salary of £54,109 - £57,871 is offered, along with a range of benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual leave starting at 28-33 days per year

Local Government contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Be a qualified AMHP or willing to train as an AMHP.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands.
• Provide out of hours advice and create accurate reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality response to emergency referrals.
• Carry out thorough high-quality crisis-led assessments.
• Support vulnerable adults, children, and families.

Skills

Crisis assessment

Legal knowledge

Decision making

Risk assessment

Education

Qualification as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)

Job description

A local government organization in Burton upon Trent is looking for an Advanced Mental Health Professional to join their Emergency Duty Team. This permanent role involves providing out-of-hours support to vulnerable individuals and families in crisis. The successful candidate must be a qualified AMHP or willing to train, and will work on a rotating shift basis. Competitive salary of £54,109 - £57,871 is offered, along with a range of benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.