AMHP Lead: Drive Mental Health Act Assessments & Crisis Care

Service Care Solutions; Oldham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is expanding its AMHP team and recruiting 7 full-time and 1 part-time Approved Mental Health Professionals. As an AMHP, you'll uphold the rights and safety of individuals in crisis, providing leadership in urgent situations. The role includes delivering statutory functions, collaborating with health professionals, and undertaking assessments. Applicants must be qualified Social Workers with AMHP qualifications and substantial experience in mental health settings. This position offers competitive salaries and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual training budget up to £250

Exceptional referral bonuses of £350

Payroll service twice a week

DBS disclosures via fast-track online services free

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with AMHP qualification and current warrant.
• Substantial experience in mental health statutory work is essential.
• Strong knowledge of mental health legislation like the Mental Health Act.

Responsibilities

• Deliver statutory functions under the Mental Health Act including assessments.
• Provide leadership in urgent mental health situations.
• Collaborate with health professionals to support individuals in crisis.
• Undertake assessments and risk management across settings.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Crisis Intervention Skills

Risk Analysis

Collaborative Working

Mental Health Act Knowledge

Education

Qualified Social Worker

AMHP Qualification

Job description

A local council in the UK is expanding its AMHP team and recruiting 7 full-time and 1 part-time Approved Mental Health Professionals. As an AMHP, you'll uphold the rights and safety of individuals in crisis, providing leadership in urgent situations. The role includes delivering statutory functions, collaborating with health professionals, and undertaking assessments. Applicants must be qualified Social Workers with AMHP qualifications and substantial experience in mental health settings. This position offers competitive salaries and professional development opportunities.