- Delivering a professional AMHP Service.
- Working as a team in considering all requests for assessments under Section 13 of the Mental Health Act 1983/2007 in accordance with Trafford Council’s statutory duties.
- Carrying out Mental Health Act assessments, both in hospital and in the community, in accordance with the key Guiding Principles of the Mental Health Act Code of Practice 2015.
Back to searchAMHP, TraffordPay rate, £40 per hourRole Purpose: - The Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Hub service is part of Trafford Council’s Adults Wellbeing Directorate and sits within Trafford’s local Community Mental Health Services. To provide these services, the Council has entered into a Section 75 partnership agreement with Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Trust. The purpose of the AMHP Hub service is to ensure that all requests for assessments for possible compulsory admission to hospital under the Mental Health Act 1983 are fully considered in accordance with the Council’s statutory duties under this Act. Your Main Priorities
Approved Mental Health Professional
The Talent Crowd
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 18 days
Sale, Cheshire M33 7SZ
ÂŁ40 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Trafford Council is seeking an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) for their AMHP Hub service, offering a pay rate of ÂŁ40 per hour.
- Candidates must be fully qualified AMHPs with at least one year of experience in the field.
- The role involves conducting Mental Health Act assessments both in hospitals and in the community, adhering to statutory duties under the Mental Health Act 1983.
- The position requires flexibility in working hours, typically Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, with potential for ad hoc shifts and a full-time 3 to 4-month assignment.
- Applicants must have a valid driver's license and access to a car for travel to assessment locations.