Mental Health Act Practitioner – Compliance & Detention

Cygnet Group; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Mental Health Law Practitioner to ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983. The role involves maintaining legal records, assisting patients, and ensuring they understand their rights. Candidates should have administrative experience and knowledge of the Mental Health Act. In return, a competitive salary of £28,260 per year and various benefits including full training, employee discounts, and a pension scheme are offered.

Benefits

Full training and induction

Regular coaching and support

Employee Discount Scheme

Company pension scheme

Company paid Life Assurance scheme

Smart Health Toolkit

Health Cash Plan

Subsidised meals on duty

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience including report preparation and organising meetings.
• Educated to GCSE level with qualifications in English and Maths.
• Experience of working alongside medical practitioners is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to Mental Health Act procedures.
• Maintain records for detained patients.
• Assist patients and relatives with rights under detention.

Skills

Administration experience

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Exceptional organisational skills

Experience in a Healthcare environment

Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983

Knowledge of compliance and auditing systems

Education

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

Job description

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Mental Health Law Practitioner to ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983. The role involves maintaining legal records, assisting patients, and ensuring they understand their rights. Candidates should have administrative experience and knowledge of the Mental Health Act. In return, a competitive salary of £28,260 per year and various benefits including full training, employee discounts, and a pension scheme are offered.