Approved Mental Health ProfessionalinNorthallertoninNorthallertonPUBLISHED WED 19 MAR 2025
North Yorkshire CouncilrYUMyKDU
Are you a dedicated professional passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? North Yorkshire Council is inviting applications for the role of Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) in our supportive Mental Health Social Care Team based in beautiful Hambleton. In this fulfilling position, you'll engage in vital Mental Health Act Assessment requests, working flexibly across community, hospital, and police settings to promote the least restrictive approach to mental health care.
In this role, you will collaborate with a multi-agency network, demonstrating your expertise in safeguarding, Care Act assessments, and the Mental Capacity Act. With regular training and opportunities for professional development, including peer supervision and county forums, you will be empowered to thrive and grow in your career. If you're a caring, empathetic individual looking to make a positive impact in your community while enjoying a supportive work environment, we want to hear from you! Join us in fostering mental well-being and shaping a brighter future for those we serve.
Based in Hambleton
Our Mental Health Social Care Team are looking for an Approved Mental Health Professional to join them in Hambleton.
We are looking for an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) who will consider Mental Health Act Assessment requests as per our legal duty and respond accordingly across the county of North Yorkshire.
Your role will take you into the community, hospital and police settings with the aim of upholding the least restrictive principle.You will be part of a team focusing on the appropriate application of the Mental Health Act 1983 and other relevant legislation, working across a strong multi-agency network.
Supported by your peers and leaders you will be part of a mental health social care team.You will be expected to undertake safeguarding enquiries, complete Care Act and Mental Capacity Act assessments. The work gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your expertise and ability to work in line with legislation, policies and guidelines.
You will have the opportunity to attend monthly peer supervision, regular county AMHP forums, YAMHP and other selected training courses each year to ensure your CPD requirements are met.
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Participate in the AMHP rota to include acting as triage, first and second responder AMHP, and undertake Mental Health Act duties appropriate to role as requested by the Directorate.
Subject to service requirements, you may be required to respond to Countywide requests
Co-ordinate the process of a Mental Health Act assessment under Part 2 of the Mental Health Act and where appropriate make an application for compulsory admission/guardianship.
NYC may require postholders to undertake Best Interest Assessor training dependent on the needs of the service.
AMHPs will also carry out the duties of a Social Worker, Social Care Assessor Mental Health.
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