Approved Mental Health Professional - Relief/Bank roles 808/3674NHS

Job summary

We are recruiting relief/bank Approved Mental Health Professionals to support the work of our 24 hour AMHP Service.

This is an opportunity for an experienced and dedicated person to join our countywide Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHP) service as a Relief AMHP.

The role is only open to those who are already qualified as an AMHP.

As a Relief AMHP joining the 24/7 AMHP Service, you will undertake work on a rota basis, coordinating and completing Mental Health Act assessments as well as responding to urgent social care requests out of hours, in accordance with the relevant legislation and under the guidance of the management team.

These roles will be primarily home based with travel (as required) across the county and to the Lincoln Office. As an organisation we value the wellbeing of our employees and recognise the importance of work/life balance.

Standard shifts are 13 hours long, starting at either 08:00 or 20:00, though there is flexibility for variance in this for relief shifts.

Relief AMHPs will be able to apply to work advertised shifts on an ad hoc basis where additional AMHPs are required.

Main duties of the job

Our offer to you

We offer a competitive salary of £24.46 per hour, along with our commitment to the following;

• Providing our employees with the resources and support they need to excel in their roles.
• Relevant supervision, appraisal, and employee well-being opportunities.
• Access to AMHP forums, peer supervision and development opportunities, if required.

You will be joining a team of compassionate professionals who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those they serve, including a supportive management team, AMHP area manager and dedicated business support.

Job description

To work within the 24-7 AMHP Service, undertaking the role of an Approved Mental Health Professional as determined by the Mental Health Act 1983, completing assessments and other tasks associated with the AMHP role, in accordance with the relevant legislation and under the guidance of the Team Manager and Lead AMHP.

To support the wider service in ensuring safety for people accessing the service as required.

Provide an out of hours response to urgent requests for social care support which cannot wait until the next working day.

To undertake line management responsibility for social workers and admin support staff within the 24-7 AMHP service.

To provide supervision, support and mentoring to AMHPs who are training or newly qualified.

To provide supervision and support to AMHPs outside the service.

Develop and maintain strong and effective partnership relationships with commissioners and partner agencies.

To actively participate in the development of the AMHP service and AMHP role in Lincolnshire.

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As part of a team, work flexibly to provide an outstanding Approved Mental Health Professional Service for people in Lincolnshire who require assessment under the Mental Health Act 1983.

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In accordance with the Mental Health Act 1983 amended 2007 and the Code of Practice for AMHPs, undertake the role of an Approved Mental Health Professional in the AMHP service, including but not limited to, assessing need at the point of referral and identifying next actions, allocation, act as nearest relative, attend Case Conferences, Court Hearings, Mental Health Tribunals and any other meetings as a consequence of work undertaken whilst on duty. Act as a representative for the local authority in court proceedings, statutory panels and with other agencies.

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Working autonomously to assess need at point of referral and agree action plan required.

To work within the policies, practices and procedures of Adult Care and community wellbeing to provide an outstanding AMHP service.

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Provide an out of hour's response to urgent requests for social care support which cannot wait until the next working.

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To maintain a written record of all work undertaken including the presentation of reports as required.

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As delegated by the Team Manager, provide line management support to social work and admin staff within the 24-7AMHP Service.

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To undertake line management responsibility for social workers and admin support staff within the 24-7 AMHP service.

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To provide supervision, support and mentoring to AMHPs who are training or newly qualified.

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To support training and awareness sessions for the AMHP role and to act as an expert resource for colleagues and partners.

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To provide supervision and support to AMHPs practicing in Lincolnshire who are outside the service.

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To undertake additional tasks to support other areas of the directorate as delegated by the Team Manager/Area Manager-HoS.

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Develop and maintain strong and effective partnership relationships with commissioners and partner agencies.

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To actively participate in the development of the AMHP service and AMHP role in Lincolnshire.

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Undertake CPD, training, supervision and legal updates as required for the role and to maintain professional and AMHP registration.

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To remain up to date and compliant with all relevant legislation, organisational procedures, policies and professional codes of conduct in order to uphold standards of best practice.

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Take ownership of the aim to deliver excellent customer service, incorporating the Councils equality and diversity objectives and help the council to achieve best practice in all it delivers.

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To hold a personal portfolio of programmes and projects and contribute to the overall performance agenda and the development and implementation of service strategies and delivery plans to meet the Council's targets and objectives.

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To work flexibly to ensure that professional need and the needs of service are met, including working outside core hours when necessary, for example; where assessments run beyond core hours or in order to attend supervision, training, team meetings, forums.

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To work flexibly from a homebased work base with the requirement to attend the office for team meetings, trainings, coordination duties and where necessary to facilitate effective service provision.

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To contribute to the creation of one organisation, giving leadership to the communities Lincolnshire County Council serves, working effectively in partnership with others to develop effective corporate solutions to the challenges the Council faces.

To develop and maintain good professional working relationships with:

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Key stakeholders across independent, health services, care home, community care, service managers across the council/district councils/voluntary and public sector partners organisations, in order to initiate work and promote participation and involvement in service review to develop and improve services.

To contribute to the Council's:

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Statutory obligations and where appropriate any national and local performance indicators.

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Overall performance agenda and development of strategic plans.

Demonstration of the Council's Core Abilities:

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Being Future Focused

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Drive for Results

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Personal Leadership

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Political and Commercial Astuteness

About us

Lincolnshire County Council, is one of the largest employers in the county. We are an organisation that embraces diversity, innovation and progress. We value our people and want to ensure that we can support you in joining and growing with us.

We will view you as an integral member of our community and recognise that your well-being is paramount. To show our appreciation, weve crafted a competitive package designed to not only acknowledge your hard work but also foster a healthy work-life balance.

From health benefits and retirement plans, we strive to provide a package that supports well-being and financial stability and that meets the diverse needs of our workforce.

We want everyone who works with us to feel included and celebrate their uniqueness. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation, and promoting good relations for both employee and for the people of Lincolnshire.

People often say every day is a learning day and at LCC a culture of learning is something we really believe in. We recognise the importance of supporting your learning and development and can offer a variety of different learning opportunities depending on what is right for you and the organisation. This could be through your everyday tasks, through hands-on experience, structured programs, formal qualifications, coaching, or informal learning opportunities.