Approved Mental Health Practitioner

Hazz Design Consulting, Inc.; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Approved Mental Health Practitioner to join their Devon AMHP Service. This full-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact on individuals facing mental health crises. You will conduct assessments under the Mental Health Act, ensuring individuals receive the necessary support and legal protections. The position requires flexibility to travel across Devon and work collaboratively in a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about mental health and want to contribute to meaningful change, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Recognised AMHP qualification required for this role.
• Experience in Mental Health Act assessments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments under the Mental Health Act 1983.
• Make critical decisions around referrals for care.

Skills

Mental Health Act Assessments

Triage and Decision-Making

Community Working

Office-Based Assessments

Travel Flexibility

Education

AMHP Qualification

Social Work Qualification

Occupational Therapy Qualification

First Level Nursing Qualification

Psychology Qualification

Job description

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Job Title: Locum Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)

Location: Wonford Hospital, Devon

Service: Devon AMHP Service

Contract Type: Temporary (3-month cover)

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week), Monday to Friday (consideration for part-time)

Rate: Competitive (Dependant on Experience)

Start Date: ASAP

About Our Service

The Devon AMHP Service is widely recognised as a national example of good practice and has contributed to the development of AMHP National Service Standards and various initiatives to improve the role. Our service strives for continuous improvement and seeks innovative ways to capture and utilise the voices of individuals assessed under the Mental Health Act. We are dedicated to enhancing practices for the benefit of those we serve.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced locum Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join our Devon Daytime AMHP Service on a full-time, temporary basis. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of individuals experiencing mental health crises, while working within a supportive, team-focused environment.

As an AMHP, you will be responsible for conducting assessments under the Mental Health Act 1983 and related legislation, ensuring that individuals are appropriately supported and that legal requirements are met. The role involves a mix of office-based community working and field-based assessments. It is essential that the successful candidate is available to work within the Devon area during shift hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Mental Health Act Assessments: Conduct assessments in accordance with the Mental Health Act 1983, including triage decisions at the point of referral and s13(1) MHA consideration.
• Triage and Decision-Making: Take critical decisions around referrals, ensuring that individuals receive the necessary care and legal protections under the Mental Health Act.
• Community and Office-Based Working: Carry out assessments in both community settings and office-based environments. You will be required to be in the area when on shift.
• AMHP Support and Development: Work within a supportive duty environment to develop and enhance your s13(1) skills and experience, while contributing to team practice improvements.
• Travel Across Devon: As an AMHP, you must be able to travel throughout the Devon area to conduct assessments and fulfil your duties effectively.
  
  

Requirements:

• AMHP Qualification: You must hold a recognised AMHP qualification.
• Professional Qualification: A recognised qualification in one of the following fields:
• Social Work (with registration to Social Work England)
• Occupational Therapy (with registration to the Health and Care Professions Council - SWE)
• First Level Nursing (Mental Health or Learning Disability) (with registration to the Nursing and Midwifery Council)
• Psychology (with Chartered Psychologist status)
• Registration: You must be registered with the relevant professional regulatory body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council, or Chartered Psychology).
• Experience: Previous experience in Mental Health Act assessments, including triage and decision-making at the point of referral.
• Travel Flexibility: The ability to travel across Devon to carry out assessments and work effectively in various community settings.
• DBS Checks: You must complete a DBS Verification Form, including checks against the Childrens and Adults Barred Lists.

Working Environment:

• The post will be based at Wonford Hospital in Devon, but you will be expected to work across the community and may need to attend various locations as part of your assessments.
• Full-time role with flexibility for part-time working, if needed.
• You will be required to be available within the area during your shift times and work collaboratively within a supportive team structure.
  
  

Additional Information:

• Temporary Contract: This is a temporary (3-month) contract to cover staffing requirements within the Devon AMHP Service.
• Compliance Items: As part of the application process, you will need to provide:
• DBS Verification Form (including checks against Childrens and Adults Barred Lists)
• Social Work England Registration Number (for social workers)

How to Apply: To apply, please submit your CVto or call 01772 208964

We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this impactful role within the Devon AMHP Service.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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