Pay rate: £33 per hour Vitalis Social Care are recruiting for an experienced Advanced Mental Health Practitioner in the Rochdale area. Job Purpose and Responsibilities:
To work within the framework of legislation and approved authority policies and procedures in providing AMHP service, on behalf of Rochdale Borough Council undertaking Mental Health Act Assessments under its statutory function and obligation. To undertake duties in the role of Approved Mental Health professional in accordance with the Mental Health Act 1983 as revised in 2007. The post holder will mainly focus during working hours on the Mental Act responsibilities; other responsible duties could include other duties as negotiated between line managers in consultation with the post holder. To participate in undertaking all duties associated with the role of an AMHP. To receive referrals from Local Authority colleagues, Health, other agencies and members of the public and to assess and prioritise these appropriately according to risk, and to decide on the level of response required having due regard to staff health and safety. To maintain links and joint working opportunities with other partners, including Health, Police, and Housing. For more information, please contact Molly Rylance on 07815461919 or email molly.rylance@vitalissocialcare.co.uk.
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