Job summary
We are excited to offer you the opportunity to be a part of the newly formed Crisis and Assessment Team within Adult Mental Health in the specialist role of Authorised Officer (Jersey's naming of AMHP's or MHO's). As part of a redesign and an injection of additional funding, the crisis and assessment team assesses individuals at the front door into mental health services, formulating care plans and next steps in collaboration with service users and their carers, in a thriving multi-disciplinary team. We also manage the 24/7 AO rota, facilitating referrals for, and completion of, mental health law assessments as and when needed. We can offer a good work-life balance, a compassionate and enthusiastic staff team, and opportunities to contribute to the development of the team and the service. We are looking for passionate and confident assessors who can work autonomously and as part of a team.
For an informal discussion please contact Becky Brawley at b.brawley@health.gov.je.
As an inclusive employer we will create opportunities for flexible working to attract and retain talent which reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications for working flexible hours, part-time working and job sharing.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of a dedicated team carrying out statutory duties as an Authorised
Officer under the Mental Health (Jersey) Law (2016), and as a Capacity and Liberty Assessor
under the Capacity and Self-Determination Law (2016), on behalf of the Government of Jersey.
This is an autonomous and authoritative role, involving multidisciplinary and multiagency working.
It requires specialist knowledge evidenced by the relevant postgraduate study, with high levels of
professional wisdom, confidence, and maturity.
About us
Just 14 miles (20km) from the west coast of France and 85
miles (137km) from the south coast of England, youll find the island of
Jersey. The island is easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe.
There are up to 40 daily flights in and out of the island.
Jerseys southerly position and sheltered proximity in
the Bay of St Malo means islanders enjoy warm summers and
mild winters. As well as the temperate
weather, Jersey also boasts the highest
number of sunshine hours in the British Isles. The sea temperature in
the summer can reach 18 degrees C.
Jersey is a Crown Dependency which means its not part of the UK but a self-governing possession
of The Crown. Jersey has been a Crown
Dependency since 1290 and has its own democratically elected parliament,
government, tax system, and laws. However, the island does
have a close historic relationship with France and the UK and relies on
the UK for defence and international relations. It is also part of the
Common Travel Area (CTA) which allows British citizens to move freely between
the UK, Republic of Ireland, and the Channel Islands without a passport.
Jersey offers extensive and quality healthcare services, with private and state supported options
available. Jersey doesnt have the NHS, healthcare services are
instead delivered by Health and Community Services (HCS).For
the first 6 months, health care services will be provided at an added
cost.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of a dedicated team carrying out statutory duties as an Authorised
Officer under the Mental Health (Jersey) Law (2016), and as a Capacity and Liberty Assessor
under the Capacity and Self-Determination Law (2016), on behalf of the Government of Jersey.
This is an autonomous and authoritative role, involving multidisciplinary and multiagency working.
It requires specialist knowledge evidenced by the relevant postgraduate study, with high levels of
professional wisdom, confidence, and maturity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of a dedicated team carrying out statutory duties as an Authorised
Officer under the Mental Health (Jersey) Law (2016), and as a Capacity and Liberty Assessor
under the Capacity and Self-Determination Law (2016), on behalf of the Government of Jersey.
This is an autonomous and authoritative role, involving multidisciplinary and multiagency working.
It requires specialist knowledge evidenced by the relevant postgraduate study, with high levels of
professional wisdom, confidence, and maturity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A recognised qualification in social work, nursing, or one of the allied health professions, e.g. clinical psychology / occupational therapy.
- Evidence of postgraduatelevel study with AMHP (England and Wales),
- ASW (Northern Ireland or Guernsey), or MHO (Scotland) qualification.
- BIA/CLA qualification or willing to undertake.
Desirable
- Practice Educator Award or willing to undertake.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years post qualifying experience in mental health.
Desirable
- Experience of providing training to colleagues.
- Possesses Warrant or Ministerial Authorisation to practice as AMHP/AO.
Safeguarding
Essential
- Enhanced DBS Registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
- This post is also subject to completion of relevant training annually to retain Ministerial Authorisation to practice, and an annual refresher and training for CLA work.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A recognised qualification in social work, nursing, or one of the allied health professions, e.g. clinical psychology / occupational therapy.
- Evidence of postgraduatelevel study with AMHP (England and Wales),
- ASW (Northern Ireland or Guernsey), or MHO (Scotland) qualification.
- BIA/CLA qualification or willing to undertake.
Desirable
- Practice Educator Award or willing to undertake.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years post qualifying experience in mental health.
Desirable
- Experience of providing training to colleagues.
- Possesses Warrant or Ministerial Authorisation to practice as AMHP/AO.
Safeguarding
Essential
- Enhanced DBS Registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
- This post is also subject to completion of relevant training annually to retain Ministerial Authorisation to practice, and an annual refresher and training for CLA work.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Health and Community Services
Address
Government Of Jersey
19-21 Broad Street
St. Helier
Jersey
Channel Islands
JE2 3RR
Employer's website
https://www.gov.je (Opens in a new tab)