Summary: The role of Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) involves providing effective AMHP services within a Community Mental Health Team in Halton, Merseyside. The primary responsibility includes managing Mental Health Act assessment requests and completing assessments under relevant legislation. Candidates should have experience in a similar social work setting and hold the necessary qualifications and registrations. This locum position offers various benefits, including access to training and a dedicated consultant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete assessments under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the Mental Health Act 1983.
• Manage a caseload and conduct both planned and urgent Mental Health Act assessments.
• Ensure effective management of Mental Health Act assessment requests within the AMHP rota resources.

Key Skills:

• 2-5 years of experience in a similar social work setting.
• Practising as an Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP).
• Diploma or Degree in Social Work.
• Social Work England registration.
• Evidence of managing a complex caseload.

Salary (Rate): £45

City: Runcorn

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other