Mental Health Law Administrator — Flexible Hours

South Cumbria Nhs Foundation Trust; Whittingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Mental Health Law Administrator to coordinate and administer Mental Health Act Tribunals and Hospital Managers Hearings, liaising with clinicians, external agencies and the Mental Health Tribunal. The post requires self-motivation, excellent communication, and a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act.

The role supports best practice and compliance with legislation, offers flexible working possibilities, and aims to

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with clinicians, professionals within the service and external agencies.
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act to advise professionals and support compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer Mental Health Act Tribunals and Hospital Managers Hearings.
• Liaise with the Mental Health Tribunal, Care Quality Commission, Associate Managers, Home Office and other external agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Mental Health Act knowledge

Job description

South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Mental Health Law Administrator to coordinate and administer Mental Health Act Tribunals and Hospital Managers Hearings, liaising with clinicians, external agencies and the Mental Health Tribunal. The post requires self-motivation, excellent communication, and a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act.

The role supports best practice and compliance with legislation, offers flexible working possibilities, and aims to