Approved Mental Health Professional (Qualified And Trainee)

We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to join our countywide Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHP) service. The role is open to those who are both qualified as an AMHP and those who wish to undertake training to become an AMHP.

Those who are not yet qualified as an AMHP must be either a registered Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, LD Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Clinical Psychologists with a minimum 2 or more years post-qualifying experience, along with a demonstrable passion for working within the field on Mental Health.

As a qualified AMHP joining the 24/7 AMHP Service, you will undertake work on a rota basis, coordinating and completing Mental Health Act assessments and responding to urgent social care requests out of hours, in accordance with the relevant legislation and under the guidance of the management team.

For those candidates that do not hold an AMHP qualification the role comprises of a period of induction in the team, undertaking appropriate social care tasks followed by commencement of the Approved Mental Health professional’s course. This placement takes approximately four months and during this time workers will spend a majority of the time at the office with the support of their practice assessor.

Trainees in the position are appointed one point below the incremental salary grade minimum (receiving £43,026). Prospective AMHP’s must be successful in the academic, work base and placement aspects of the Traineeship to assume the qualified position with the equivalent salary. This period is approximately five months but can be longer due to the wait for academic results. Once qualified and approved under the appropriate regulations the prospective candidate will assume a full-time position in the team as an Approved Mental Health Professional undertaking assessments under the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007).

These roles will be primarily home based with travel (as required) across the county and to the Lincoln Office.  As an organisation we value the wellbeing of our employees and recognise the importance of work/life balance. AMHPs typically work 37.5 hours over three 13 hour shifts and whilst this is the preferred option for most of our team, we are flexible to ensure we meet the needs of both our staff and service users, as such, part time hours may also be considered.

Our offer to you

We offer a competitive salary plus Relocation Expenses (where qualified), along with our commitment to the following;

• Providing our employees with the resources and support they need to excel in their roles.
• comprehensive supervision, appraisal, and employee well-being opportunities.
• An investment in the highest quality support relevant to the AMHP role including 18 hours of comprehensive training a year, AMHP forums, peer supervision and development opportunities.

• You will be joining a team of compassionate professionals who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those they serve. Including a supportive management team, AMHP area manager and dedicated business support.

If you’re looking for a challenging yet rewarding career with excellent work life balance and opportunities for growth, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting role…we can’t wait to hear from you.

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; John Bishop via email john.bishop@lincolnshire.gov.uk

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary.  Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. 

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.