- Role: Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) - Emergency Duty Team
- Location: Bury Council
- Pay Rate: £40.00 per hour
- Hours: 37 hours per week (Full-Time)
- Shift Pattern: Rolling 3-week rota structure (including 1 weekend off in every 3)
- Contract: Ongoing Interim Contract
Are you an experienced Approved Mental Health Professional seeking a dynamic, out-of-hours role with an established Emergency Duty Team?
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Warranted EDT AMHP to join the service in Bury. This position is ideal for a practitioner who thrives in fast-paced, high-autonomy environments, managing urgent mental health crises and statutory assessments outside standard core hours.
Key Role Highlights
- Competitive Earning Potential: Earn an attractive rate of £40.00 per hour for specialized emergency work.
- Structured Rota: Benefit from a predictable rolling 3-week rota pattern designed to ensure regular downtime, including 1 weekend off in 3 (full shift details discussed at interview).
- Autonomous Practice: Make vital, high-level statutory decisions during out-of-hours periods to ensure public safety and person-centred care.
Core Responsibilities
- Statutory Mental Health Assessments: Lead and undertake statutory Mental Health Act 1983/2007 assessments across the borough of Bury during out-of-hours periods.
- Emergency Crisis Response: Triage incoming mental health emergencies, assessing risk rapidly and determining appropriate statutory or community pathways.
- Multi-Agency Liaison: Collaborate seamlessly with NHS crisis teams, inpatient units, police, ambulance services, and medical practitioners to coordinate safe interventions.
- Legal Compliance: Maintain strict compliance with the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and relevant legal frameworks while managing urgent statutory duties.
Mandatory Candidate Criteria
- Professional Qualifications: Fully qualified Social Worker (or equivalent eligible profession) with an active Social Work England registration.
- AMHP Status: Must hold a formal AMHP qualification alongside a current, valid AMHP Warrant.
- Experience: Proven experience carrying out statutory MHA assessments, preferably within an Emergency Duty Team or acute crisis setting.
How to Apply
If you are a warranted AMHP ready to bring your crisis assessment expertise to the Bury Emergency Duty Team, apply today to secure an early interview.
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