Senior AMHP Practitioner – Emergency Duty Training

Working for Essex; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Working for Essex is seeking a Senior Practitioner for an AMHP Training Post within the Emergency Duty Service. The role involves responding to emergencies outside office hours across all client specialisms, with the aim of keeping service users safe.

Applicants should have a Social Work Degree, SW England registration, and be committed to completing the full AMHP programme. Prior experience with Children and Families and child protection is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Social Work Degree or equivalent and registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in direct work with Children and Families including child protection work.
• Must be AMHP or committed to undertaking the full AMHP Programme and qualifying under the 1983 Mental Health Act.

Responsibilities

• Receive and evaluate referrals and respond per Emergency Duty Service model.
• Undertake AMHP assessments under the Mental Health Act.
• Conduct risk assessments for children and young people.
• Provide advice and support to service users.
• Attend team meetings, court proceedings, and mental health tribunals.

Skills

AMHP training

Child protection experience

Vulnerable adults experience

Education

Social Work Degree or equivalent

Social Work England registration

Commitment to AMHP training

Job description

Working for Essex is seeking a Senior Practitioner for an AMHP Training Post within the Emergency Duty Service. The role involves responding to emergencies outside office hours across all client specialisms, with the aim of keeping service users safe.

Applicants should have a Social Work Degree, SW England registration, and be committed to completing the full AMHP programme. Prior experience with Children and Families and child protection is advantageous.