AMHP: Urgent Care Social Worker (Flexible Hours)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

LGPS membership

Flexible working

Training and development opportunities

Discounts on city buses and trains

Job summary

Leicester City Council is seeking a qualified Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) for a fixed-term post within the Urgent Care Pathway and Liaison Mental Health Service.

The role involves carrying out Mental Health Act assessments for people in crisis, providing expert advice on the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act and safeguarding, and working across office, hospital and home-based settings.

Qualifications

• Qualified Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) status.
• Must have a valid driving licence.
• Ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide AMHP service within the Urgent Care Pathway and Liaison Mental Health Service.
• Carry out Mental Health Act assessments for individuals in crisis.
• Offer guidance on Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act and safeguarding.

Skills

AMHP qualification

Driving licence

Interprofessional collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Qualified AMHP

Job description

Leicester City Council is seeking a qualified Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) for a fixed-term post within the Urgent Care Pathway and Liaison Mental Health Service.

The role involves carrying out Mental Health Act assessments for people in crisis, providing expert advice on the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act and safeguarding, and working across office, hospital and home-based settings.