Job summary
The role will manage the systems, structures, processes and staff that are in place to support the operation of the Mental Health Act 1983, ensuring compliance with the Code of Practice and associated legislation.
Main duties of the job
The role will assist in the development and drafting of Trust policies and procedures in relation to mental health legislation and will ensure the dissemination of the same to all relevant managers and staff groups.
The role will maintain, enhance and develop operational reporting requirements to the Mental Health Act Committee.
The role will provide highly specialist advice and support to both Senior Management colleagues and clinical staff in relation to the Mental Health Act 1983 and associated legislation.
The post holder will hold managerial responsibility for the locality based Mental Health Act offices in Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire.
They will report to and be support by the Medical Directorate Business Manager
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level in a related subject or ability to demonstrate skills at this level.
- Further educational development at Masters level in Mental Health Law
Experience
Essential
- In depth experience of working with the MHA legislation
- Substantial experience in management within a health setting.
- Experience of providing complex specialist multi-disciplinary training
- Experience in writing and reviewing policy based on MHA codes of practice.
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge equivalent to degree level of mental health act, HRA, case law in theory and practice.
- High level of computer literacy and key board skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
- Ability to implement and manage change
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Audit skills and experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level in a related subject or ability to demonstrate skills at this level.
- Further educational development at Masters level in Mental Health Law
Experience
Essential
- In depth experience of working with the MHA legislation
- Substantial experience in management within a health setting.
- Experience of providing complex specialist multi-disciplinary training
- Experience in writing and reviewing policy based on MHA codes of practice.
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge equivalent to degree level of mental health act, HRA, case law in theory and practice.
- High level of computer literacy and key board skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
- Ability to implement and manage change
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Audit skills and experience.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
