Approved Mental Health Professional

6 months ago

Dorchester, United Kingdom Dorset Councils Full time

As a qualified Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), you will assume the responsibility of fulfilling statutory duties outlined in the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and the Care Act. You will play an invaluable role in our 24/7 AMHP / out of hours service, offering support to individuals during their most challenging times.

This is an opportunity to empower individuals who are going through mental health crises. With your skills and expertise, you will provide vital support and advocacy, ensuring the protection of their rights and well-being.

Join us as an AMHP and become an indispensable part of the mental health system, making significant contributions to the overall well-being of the Dorset communities. Your assessments and coordinated interventions can positively alter someone's life trajectory, ensuring they receive the necessary care and support. Together, we can shape their recovery journey and create a brighter future for them.

**What you'll be doing**:
You'll work with talented individuals who openly support and develop each other. We go out of our way to offer knowledge, time, and practical support. Additionally, you'll have access to regular feedback, and mentoring from experienced colleagues, ensuring your growth and development. We firmly believe in investing in the professional development of our AMHPs. Embrace the chance to continuously learn, adapt, and grow, ensuring that your skills remain relevant, and your practice remains effective.

You'll become part of a supportive and collaborative work environment that values teamwork and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration. Work alongside social workers, psychiatrists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, enriching your professional development and expanding your perspectives.

Our leadership is dedicated to supporting your success, providing training opportunities and access to wellbeing support services. Together, we are dedicated professionals committed to providing the best possible service for the people of Dorset and forging strong partnerships within our system.

Dorset Council provides not just a job but an opportunity to thrive in a place of natural beauty, a high quality of life, a thriving arts scene, a strong community spirit, excellent education and healthcare facilities, and a desirable work-life balance.

**About you**:
As an integral part of our team, we are seeking individuals who possess the following qualifications and attributes:

- Personal Approved Mental Health Professional status (Warranted) and a Professional Qualification in Social Work, demonstrating your commitment to maintaining the necessary credentials.
- Post-qualifying experience, including direct work with individuals who have mental health needs. This first-hand experience will be highly valuable in your role.
- Possession of a current full driving license and access to a vehicle will be essential for fulfilling the responsibilities of the position.
- A solid working knowledge of legislation, safeguarding practices, conducting assessments, preparing care plans, and monitoring and reviewing outcomes is required to excel in this role.
- Your dedication to professional development and staying up-to-date with the latest mental health issues is crucial. We value individuals who continuously seek to expand their knowledge and skills in the field.

We encourage you to review the detailed person specification for a comprehensive understanding of the role requirements. Should you have any further inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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