Mental Health Act Administrator

NHS Jobs; Tees Valley; In loco; GBP 26.000 - 32.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Training & Induction

Coaching & Support

Discount Scheme

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Smart Health Toolkit

Health Cash Plan

Subsidised meals

Descrizione del lavoro

NHS Jobs is recruiting a part-time Mental Health Act Administrator to support the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 at Cygnet St Williams. This 12-bed Neuropsychiatric service offers care to those with acquired brain injuries and progressive neurological diseases, providing a chance to make a real impact.

The role involves diary management, audit work, and liaison with hospital teams. Competitive benefits and DBS checks are included.

Competenze

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
• Previous admin experience including report prep and meetings.
• Experience in a healthcare environment desirable.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA 1983).
• Knowledge of compliance and auditing systems (CQC).

Mansioni

• Scrutinise section papers and ensure paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Update diaries and hearing listings.
• Notify parties of deadlines and hearing dates.
• Chase reports for Tribunal and Managers Hearings.
• Contact Hospital Managers and arrange attendance at Hearings.
• Assist Tribunal Clerk; ensure room setup and paperwork, liaise with Panel.
• Data input for MH Act spreadsheets.
• Complete MH Act audits using corporate templates.
• Adapt to new protocols for Tribunals/Managers Hearings (COVID-19).
• Liaise with external agencies and MDT within hospital.

Conoscenze

Exceptional organisational skills

Administration experience

MHA 1983 knowledge

Formazione

GCSE English and Maths

Strumenti

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Descrizione del lavoro

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are currently recruiting for a Mental Health Act Administrator who will be working 24 hours a week, to support the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 atCygnet St Williams.

This is a 12 bed Neuropsychiatric service offering care and treatment to those affected by acquired brain injuries. It is a safe and secure place to aid recovery as well as offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease, like Huntingtons Disease, a caring and longer term placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms. Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

In this roleyoull have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. With us,youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to helpyouthrive.

Your day-to-day...

• Scrutinising section papers and checking that relevant paperwork is present and correct reporting any areas which require amendment
• Ensuring that diaries and spreadsheets are updated with l istings of hearings
• Notifying all parties concerned regarding report deadlines and dates of hearings
• Chasing up reports for all Tribunal and Managers Hearings
• Contacting Hospital Managers and arranging their attendance at Hearings
• Assist the Tribunal Clerk when required todoso, ensuring that the room is set up, paperwork available and collecting visitors from reception and to liaise with the Tribunal panel in the absence of the Clerk
• Data input of Section within the Mental health Act spreadsheet
• Complete Mental Health Act Audits using Corporate Template for All Wards.
• Adapt to changes in organising new protocols for Tribunals and Managers Hearing in response to COVID - 19
• Liaise with external Agencies & the Multi-disciplinary Team within the Hospital setting

We are looking for people who have Previous administration experience including report preparation, organising meetings, liaising with customers/clients

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) with qualifications in English and Maths

Exceptional organisational skills

Experience of working in a Healthcare environment alongside medical practitioners is desirable

Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA 1983)

Knowledge of compliance and auditing systems required by regulatory bodies (CQC)

In return,youll receive a competitive salary and a range of benefits including:

• Full training and Induction
• Regular coaching and support
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit- Providingyouwith Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
• Health Cash Plan
• Subsidised meals on duty

Annual salary £29,110.00 per annum (pro rata £16,633.45 ) Pleasenote: succe ssful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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