Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) - Emergency Duty Service Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) - Emergency Duty Service Team
Specialism: Social Work
Location: Manchester, UK
Salary: £45.00 per hour
Job Type: Locum (Minimum 6-Month Contract)
Hours: 35 hours per week (Rolling 7-week rota)

We are seeking an experienced Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join Manchester City Council's Emergency Duty Service Team. This exciting locum opportunity offers a minimum six-month contract within a specialist out-of-hours service, providing Mental Health Act assessments and responding to urgent adult social care situations across Manchester.

This is an ideal role for an AMHP looking to work in a fast-paced, autonomous environment where every shift presents new challenges and the opportunity to make a real difference.

Perks and benefits

• Locum flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to choose assignments that fit your lifestyle while gaining experience across specialist services.
• Competitive pay: Earn an excellent £45.00 per hour, recognising your expertise and commitment.
• Professional development: Strengthen your AMHP practice within a highly specialised emergency service while expanding your professional network.
• Work-life balance: Benefit from a structured 35-hour week on a rolling seven-week rota, providing dedicated time both on and off duty.

What you will do

• Carry out comprehensive Mental Health Act assessments in line with current legislation and statutory guidance.
• Respond promptly to urgent mental health crises, making informed and legally sound decisions.
• Provide emergency social care interventions for adults in crisis.
• Work collaboratively with health professionals, emergency services, police, and partner agencies to deliver coordinated care.