Approved Mental Health Professional

WMJobs; Worcester; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Worcestershire County Council as an Approved Mental Health Professional in a dedicated AMHP hub. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will have AMHP qualifications and relevant experience in mental health legislation.

Benefits

26 days paid holiday

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' AMHP experience required.
• 18 hours of continued professional development in the past year.

Responsibilities

• Transforming Adult Social Care in Worcestershire.
• Working closely with partner agencies within a 24/7 shift pattern.

Skills

Assessment

Planning

Intervention

Evaluation

Mental Health Act

Care Act

Mental Capacity Act

Education

AMHP qualification

Job description

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Worcestershire County Council

Job Title: Approved Mental Health Professional

Salary: Up to £44,711 per annum, plus 20% out-of-hours supplement and an additional £3,000 market forces pay.

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Wildwood, Worcester

Team: AMHP Hub

Contract: Permanent

The Role

Adult Social Care in Worcestershire is transforming—be part of this exciting journey! We are expanding our dedicated AMHP hub serving the community of Worcestershire. We welcome applications from qualified AMHPs, regardless of whether your background is in social work or another relevant profession. We seek motivated, flexible individuals with proven AMHP practice experience, skilled in assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.

Applicants must hold an acknowledged AMHP qualification and demonstrate 18 hours of continued professional development in the past year. A minimum of 2 years' AMHP experience is required. Candidates should uphold high professional standards, act as role models, and support service development in line with the Professional Capabilities Framework and AMHP competencies.

Deep understanding of relevant legislation (Mental Health Act, The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act) is essential. The role involves working closely with partner agencies, including NHS Trusts, within a 24/7 shift pattern—early, late, and night shifts.

We offer a competitive salary, progression opportunities, comprehensive training, supervision, reflective meetings, and development forums. Flexible and mobile working options are available, supported by technology and the Social Work Academy for ongoing learning.

For more information, contact Dee Blake, AMHP Service Manager/Lead at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Benefits

• 26 days paid holiday (pro-rata), increasing to 31 days after 5 years.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Additional Information

This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; appointment is conditional upon a satisfactory DBS check. Worcestershire County Council values diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.

Application closing date: 15/06/2025

Interview date: To be arranged throughout the month.