Approved Mental Health Professional

Our client Coventry City Council is looking for an Approved Mental Health Professional to join their team.

Job Purpose

To undertake statutory duties under the relevant mental health legislation (such as the Mental Health Act 1983 in England and Wales), including coordinating Mental Health Act assessments, making independent decisions about compulsory admission where appropriate, and ensuring that the rights, welfare, and least restrictive options for individuals experiencing mental disorder are upheld.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake assessments under the Mental Health Act and associated legislation.
Coordinate Mental Health Act assessments involving medical practitioners and other professionals.
Decide whether to make applications for detention under the Mental Health Act, exercising independent professional judgment.
Ensure that individuals' human rights and legal safeguards are protected throughout the assessment process.
Consider less restrictive alternatives to hospital admission whenever possible.
Complete comprehensive risk assessments and formulate risk management plans.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, psychologists, and community services.
Liaise with families, carers, advocacy services, police, ambulance services, and other partner agencies.
Prepare accurate, timely, and legally compliant reports and documentation.
Attend court hearings, tribunals, safeguarding meetings, and case conferences when required.
Participate in an out-of-hours AMHP rota where applicable.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of mental health legislation, case law, and professional guidance.
Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and professional training.Benefits of working with Remedy

A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed.
Double payrolls each week.

*Terms & Conditions apply

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Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit