Mental Health Act Administration Specialist

Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Wickford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Mental Health Act Assistant to provide administrative support and ensure compliance with mental health legislation. Key responsibilities include accurate administration of Mental Health Act activities, maintaining filing systems, and coordinating communication with clinical staff. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, has strong organizational and communication skills, and is proficient in Microsoft Office. Benefits include generous holidays, pension contributions, and staff discounts, with flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent pension up to 14.5%

Staff discounts

£8,000 relocation package

Interest-free season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Experience working in an administrative/secretarial environment.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, flexible and able to work within a busy team.
• Comprehensive experience with Microsoft packages essential.
• Accuracy and attention to detail, with ability to prioritise workload.
• No previous experience of mental health law required; full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Accurate administration and recording of Mental Health Act activity.
• Act as point of contact for the team and provide administrative support.
• Undertake communication with clinical staff and record details.
• Maintain filing systems daily and open incoming mail.
• Print documentation and prepare section papers for Mental Health Review Tribunal.
• Attend Mental Health Act team meetings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

A healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Mental Health Act Assistant to provide administrative support and ensure compliance with mental health legislation. Key responsibilities include accurate administration of Mental Health Act activities, maintaining filing systems, and coordinating communication with clinical staff. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, has strong organizational and communication skills, and is proficient in Microsoft Office. Benefits include generous holidays, pension contributions, and staff discounts, with flexible working arrangements available.