Job summary
The post holder will be based within North Mersey community mental health team within Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will support and supervise social workers in that area.
The post holder will be an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) and will carry out the statutory duties of an AMHP in accordance with the relevant legislation, national and local policies and professional code of conduct.
The post holder will be expected to maintain their AMHP status, to participate in the management of the AMHP duty system and to take part in the AMHP duty rota as required.
The post holder will be expected to participate in Bronze on call rota, which will also include weekend working based at designated on site.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as a care coordinator for a small number of highly complex cases in line with the Trust Care Programme Approach (CPA) guidance and policies, and will also act as a social worker/AMHP consultant for team managers and care coordinators on other highly complex cases as required.
The post holder will report to a CMHT Team Manager for day to day management. Professional social work supervision will be provided by the Divisional Lead for social care for South Manchester services. The post-holder will be required to provide AMHP/social work support, training and mentorship to newly qualified social workers and health colleagues within the Trust and they will also act as a practice assessors for student AMHPs.
The post holder will aim at all times to promote the independence and well-being of adults of working age and/or older people, to assist social inclusion and valued community presence and to enable the widest possible expression of chosen lifestyle.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for further information. Some of the main responsibilities include:
Advise and direct other social workers, team members and health colleagues regarding the requirements of the Care Act (2014) Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended by the Mental Health Act 2007), Mental Capacity Act 2005, Care Programme Approach (CPA) and related codes of practice, and any other related legislation affecting the role and duties of a Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). Support and supervise other AMHPs within the division, offering specialist advice and direction regarding complex cases as required
Act as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), balancing the human rights of the service user within a legislative and statutory framework alongside the issues of risk and safety to achieve the least restrictive alternative, whilst offering protection to those who may be at risk of exploitation or harm.
Assess and monitor complex mental health and social care needs of service users and carers, sharing information in an appropriate and secure manner using both electronic and paper-based systems. Produce a care plan to meet the highly complex needs of the individual, taking into account the perspective of carers, family members and friends as well as other members of the community, and where appropriate/possible making all decisions in conjunction with the individual. Commission/implement packages of care where appropriate and to support the care plan, promoting individual budgets in line with needs.
Provide care coordination for a small number of highly complex cases under CPA; developing specialist programmes of care including complex risk management plans and carrying out an appropriate review or re-assessment for individuals and/or carers as required.
Support CMHT in its applications to funding panel, providing advice and quality assurance of assessments.
We are aspiring to ensure our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve, and we are strongly committed to removing barriers to employment for candidates from under-represented groups, for example BAME, Disabled and LGBT+ communities. If you would like to have an informal chat about the recruitment process for this role or would value some additional support, wed love to hear from you.
Please contact Denise Gleave, Recruitment & Retention Advisor 0161 358 1448 or email denise.gleave@gmmh.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for further information. Some of the main responsibilities include:
Advise and direct other social workers, team members and health colleagues regarding the requirements of the Care Act (2014) Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended by the Mental Health Act 2007), Mental Capacity Act 2005, Care Programme Approach (CPA) and related codes of practice, and any other related legislation affecting the role and duties of a Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). Support and supervise other AMHPs within the division, offering specialist advice and direction regarding complex cases as required
Act as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), balancing the human rights of the service user within a legislative and statutory framework alongside the issues of risk and safety to achieve the least restrictive alternative, whilst offering protection to those who may be at risk of exploitation or harm.
Assess and monitor complex mental health and social care needs of service users and carers, sharing information in an appropriate and secure manner using both electronic and paper-based systems. Produce a care plan to meet the highly complex needs of the individual, taking into account the perspective of carers, family members and friends as well as other members of the community, and where appropriate/possible making all decisions in conjunction with the individual. Commission/implement packages of care where appropriate and to support the care plan, promoting individual budgets in line with needs.
Provide care coordination for a small number of highly complex cases under CPA; developing specialist programmes of care including complex risk management plans and carrying out an appropriate review or re-assessment for individuals and/or carers as required.
Support CMHT in its applications to funding panel, providing advice and quality assurance of assessments.
We are aspiring to ensure our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve, and we are strongly committed to removing barriers to employment for candidates from under-represented groups, for example BAME, Disabled and LGBT+ communities. If you would like to have an informal chat about the recruitment process for this role or would value some additional support, wed love to hear from you.
Please contact Denise Gleave, Recruitment & Retention Advisor 0161 358 1448 or email denise.gleave@gmmh.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Social Work England Registration
- AMHP
- Have a working and applied knowledge of the Care Act (2014), the Mental Health Act (1983 as amended 2007), Mental Capacity Act (2005), as well as being acquainted with other legislation which may be relevant to the service group (e.g. Children Act 1989 and 2004), Human Rights Act (1998), Trust policies and procedures.
- Assess and monitor complex mental health and social care needs of service users
Desirable
- Evidence or knowledge of CMHT in its applications to funding panel, providing advice and quality assurance of assessments.
- Best Interest Assessor, capacity assessor
- Chairing s.42 safeguarding enquiries and support local services in ensuring robust processes are in place to manage safeguarding enquiries.
- Evidence of practice educator for social work students and support ASYE programme.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of working with adults of working age
- Experience of working with people with complex needs and co-morbidities
- Experience of working in a recovery focussed way
- MDT Working
- Experience of conducting assessments identifying health and social care needs.
Desirable
- Working within rehabilitation services
- Experience of supporting people who misuse alcohol or drugs
- Experience of delivering line management and clinical supervision
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge and understanding of CPA
- Knowledge and understanding of recovery model, appropriate therapeutic approaches and engagement strategies
- Knowledge and understanding of Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act & Care Act
- In depth understanding current national policy, initiatives, and principles of rehabilitation
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding frameworks and procedures
- Working knowledge and understanding of principles of best interest assessments and processes
Desirable
- Working knowledge and understanding of DOLS/DIDS
Skills
Essential
- Be able to manage a caseload and work autonomously within the team
- Ability to act as a care coordinator under the CPA framework
- Ability to assess, plan and evaluate care
- Have evidence of good time management and organisational skills being able to work under pressure.
Desirable
- To be able to plan and deliver recovery based activities within service users own homes and local communities.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Social Work England Registration
- AMHP
- Have a working and applied knowledge of the Care Act (2014), the Mental Health Act (1983 as amended 2007), Mental Capacity Act (2005), as well as being acquainted with other legislation which may be relevant to the service group (e.g. Children Act 1989 and 2004), Human Rights Act (1998), Trust policies and procedures.
- Assess and monitor complex mental health and social care needs of service users
Desirable
- Evidence or knowledge of CMHT in its applications to funding panel, providing advice and quality assurance of assessments.
- Best Interest Assessor, capacity assessor
- Chairing s.42 safeguarding enquiries and support local services in ensuring robust processes are in place to manage safeguarding enquiries.
- Evidence of practice educator for social work students and support ASYE programme.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of working with adults of working age
- Experience of working with people with complex needs and co-morbidities
- Experience of working in a recovery focussed way
- MDT Working
- Experience of conducting assessments identifying health and social care needs.
Desirable
- Working within rehabilitation services
- Experience of supporting people who misuse alcohol or drugs
- Experience of delivering line management and clinical supervision
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge and understanding of CPA
- Knowledge and understanding of recovery model, appropriate therapeutic approaches and engagement strategies
- Knowledge and understanding of Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act & Care Act
- In depth understanding current national policy, initiatives, and principles of rehabilitation
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding frameworks and procedures
- Working knowledge and understanding of principles of best interest assessments and processes
Desirable
- Working knowledge and understanding of DOLS/DIDS
Skills
Essential
- Be able to manage a caseload and work autonomously within the team
- Ability to act as a care coordinator under the CPA framework
- Ability to assess, plan and evaluate care
- Have evidence of good time management and organisational skills being able to work under pressure.
Desirable
- To be able to plan and deliver recovery based activities within service users own homes and local communities.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
