Approved Mental Health Act Practitioner - Community Mental Health Team

As an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), you will be instrumental in conducting impactful Mental Health Act Assessments for the community. In alliance with a fast-paced team of AMHPs and Mental Health Social Workers, your duties will span across community and hospital environments, responding to crucial assessments. Your participation in the duty rota, completion of Section 117 reviews, and other pivotal tasks will be integral to the role. You will actively play a key role in safeguarding our County's most vulnerable individuals, using the Social Services and Wellbeing Care Act to commission Care Packages and Placements tailored to service users' needs.,

• To autonomously and to independently assess and take appropriate action in relation to assessment and care planning in line with the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and Social Services & Wellbeing (Wales) Act's, drawing on recent case studies and references from the past five years.


• Respond swiftly to Mental Health Act Assessments across various settings.


• Engage in teamwork to guarantee the smooth operation of mental health services.


• Regularly report on activities and developments to the Service Manager and Team Manager.


• Conduct Section 117 reviews and undertake other assigned duties as needed.


• Champion the Social Model within secondary mental health services.


• Demonstrate flexibility to accommodate assessments beyond standard operating hours, particularly for assessments that extend past 17:00, Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their well-being. The Council's Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff and Service within the Council, setting out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods by which the Council will be assured that it is fulfilling its duties.


This policy applies to all Council employees and workforce, councillors, volunteers and also service providers that are commissioned by the Council. Safeguarding is everyone's business whether they work for, or on behalf of, the Council.

Support & Additional Info

• Please contact the Recruitment Team as early as possible if you're unable to apply online or require support by emailing recruit@pembrokeshire.gov.uk.


• Local Government Employees on National Joint Council (NJC) terms are subject to national pay bargaining; all salaries currently stated in our adverts are as 01/04/2023.


• Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; therefore prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the person specification and are registered on our redeployment pool.
  
  Pembrokeshire County Council is looking for a compassionate and experienced Mental Health Social Worker to enhance our Adult Mental Health and AMHP Team. Situated at the heart of our operations, Bro Cerwyn CMHT is the cornerstone for our dynamic team, committed to delivering high-quality mental health services to the residents of Pembrokeshire. We seek a driven professional who is passionate about fostering a significant and positive change in the lives of individuals experiencing mental health challenges. If you are ambitious, enthusiastic, and dynamic, with a person-centred approach and a passion for mental health advocacy, we invite you to apply. The ideal candidate will exhibit outstanding communication skills and the ability to excel both independently and as a collaborative team member., Qualified and experienced as an Approved Mental Health Professional.


• Social Worker registration with Social Care Wales.


• Approved Mental Health Act practitioner status.


• Proven track record of conducting Mental Health Act Assessments in the last five years.
  
  Embark on a rewarding path where your expertise can truly make a difference in Mental Health Care!


Apply today and become a pivotal part of our dedicated team at Pembrokeshire County Council, committed to improving the mental well-being of our community.

The job description provides full details of this impactful role. It outlines all necessary skills, qualifications, and memberships required to excel as an Approved Mental Health Act Practitioner.

Don't wait-if you're ready to contribute to a cause that matters and support those in need, we're eager to hear from you. Join us now and be a beacon of hope in the lives of many., Welsh language skills are desirable. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

Grade 9 - £42,403 - £43,421 plus an additional £2,000 Annual Competency Payment (criteria applies).

Competitive salary, fair and transparent pay structure, and nationally agreed annual pay awards.

Employee Benefits: Comprehensive range of employee benefits to enhance the overall salary package include:


• Generous annual leave entitlement of 26 working days paid leave per year - rising to 31 days after 5 years' continuous service (pro rata)


• 8 additional public holidays (pro rata)


• Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme


• Employee Volunteering Scheme with up to three days paid time off to volunteer


• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme membership (career average defined benefit pension scheme), with 17.7% employer contribution for 2023/24.


• Wide and supportive range of Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing resources, including a professional in-house occupational health service


• Extensive learning resources to support career development


• Career growth pathways


• Generous occupational Maternity and Paternity pay plans, in excess of statutory benefits


• Salary Sacrifice Car and Cycle Schemes


• Access to a wide range of discounts and offers


• Opportunity to live and work in a beautiful part of the country


• Occupational Sick Pay (dependent on length of service)


• Flexible working and smarter working opportunities


• Relocation package for eligible candidates.