Approved Mental Health Professional AMHP #000924BC1

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP. The following is essential criteria: Degree in Social Work SWE Registration Right to work within the UK The post holder will provide a dedicated AMHP response to the population of Tameside. The role will be 36 hours to cover vacancies and mat leave; there are a further 3 dedicated AMHPs for support and a backup rota of AMHPs from across other Tameside teams. The main purpose of the post is to provide an effective AMHP service and to ensure wherever possible that Mental Health Act (MHA) assessment requests are managed within the resources provided by the AMHP rota. To support the provision and operation of the Local Authority’s MHA responsibilities as exercised through AMHPs working within Tameside. The post holder will work with the Access and Liaison Mental Health Team, Home Treatment Teams, living well and non-statutory service providers, and help promote access to and development awareness of community resources to support the relevant person and their families and prevent admissions whenever possible and desirable. To maintain and improve professional standards of practice through specialist knowledge and supervision. To promote and incorporate principles and values of recovery and social inclusion in all aspects of the role. To participate in undertaking all duties associated with the role of an AMHP. You must have: A professional qualification in social work Social Work England registration Post qualified experience Enhanced DBS/Update service References required for the last 5 years of employment Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk: Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you Competitive Rates of pay In-house payroll, providing weekly payments and support Enhanced DBS completed Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated, and friendly team An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area If you would like to find out more information about this role, or the other opportunities Semester.co.uk have available, feel free to click the ‘Apply’ button. INDSEMQSW

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