Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)

Temporary contract - up to 20 weeks

Full time, 37 hours

£43p/h Umbrella

Office based in Shrewsbury (may be some flexibility)

Our Local Authority Client are recruiting an Approved Mental Health Professisonal (AMHP) on a temporary basis to cover the AMHP duty desk.

Key Responsibilities:

Receive and triage referrals for Mental Health Act (MHA) assessments, ensuring appropriate and timely responses. Support and participate in S.13 visits alongside other professionals, conducting assessments as required. Provide supervision, guidance, and practical support to AMHP candidates during their placements, contributing to their professional development. Assist the Mental Health hospital discharge team with Mental Capacity Assessments (MCAs) and Section 117 aftercare planning meetings as necessary. Provide regular cover and support to the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) duty desk during business hours, with occasional work extending beyond standard hours if assessments require.Requirements:

Qualified AMHP with valid approval to practice. Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration. Experience in triaging and coordinating Mental Health Act assessments. 3 year post qualified experience.If you are interested in this role, please contact Kaylah on or (phone number removed) and submit your application.

Referral Scheme: If you are not interested in this ro...