Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) - Daytime AMHP Service
Join our dynamic and inclusive team as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) in locations across Exeter, North Devon, South Devon, East & Mid Devon.
We are seeking passionate and committed AMHPs to join our vibrant and progressive Daytime AMHP Service within Devon, part of the Devon Partnership NHS Trust. These opportunities are available across multiple areas of Devon and offer the chance to work within a nationally recognized service that values collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity.
This role is open to registered social workers, occupational therapists, mental health nurses, or chartered psychologists who are currently approved (or eligible for approval) to practice as an AMHP. Candidates must have the appropriate professional registration and provide a registration number with their application. Evidence of AMHP qualification and required post-qualifying AMHP refresher training must be provided as part of the application.
Main duties of the job
The role of daytime AMHPs within Devon County Council has evolved to meet the changing landscape of mental health services. AMHPs are based across various locations but are expected to work flexibly and travel as needed to support service delivery. We offer hybrid working options, supporting a balance of home-based and office-based practice, aligned with service needs and professional development.
AMHPs collaborate proactively with internal and external partners, including crisis teams, inpatient wards, community mental health teams, police, CAMHS, and other agencies, to ensure a timely and appropriate legal response for individuals at risk of detention or restriction under the Mental Health Act.
In addition to frontline duties, AMHPs manage a small caseload of social supervision patients, supporting individuals and their treatment teams with the management of mental health orders.
About us
We are committed to your continuous professional development, providing excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities for reflection and discussion with line managers and peers.
We offer 26 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 31 days after 5 years of service. NHS continuous service is recognized for contractual leave, sick pay, and maternity/adoption/paternity entitlements (within DCC terms and conditions).
Flexible working options include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed hours, and homeworking, subject to role requirements and further discussion at interview.
We offer a generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
Devon is an attractive place to live and work, with excellent schools, vibrant cities, scenic coastlines, and countryside. Living and working in Devon as an AMHP is highly appealing.
Job responsibilities
The Approved Mental Health Professional - Advanced Professional will:
Undertake the full range of statutory duties related to the Mental Health Act (1983) and related legislation, including the Debt Respite Scheme (Breathing Space Moratorium and Mental Health Crisis Moratorium) (England and Wales) Regulations 2020.
Provide specialist AMHP leadership, supervision, expert advice, and support based on evidence-based and legally robust mental health practice.
Person Specification
Experience
* Substantial post-qualifying experience as a Registered Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, First Level Nurse (mental health or learning disability), or Chartered Psychologist.
* Proven experience in a professional role aligned with standards.
* In-depth knowledge of mental disorders and the application of the Mental Health Act.
* Knowledge of MCA/DoL/LPS practice areas.
* Post-qualifying training and development evidence.
* Understanding of regulatory and inspection frameworks.
* Experience collaborating with multi-agency partners.
* Experience working within legal/court environments.
* Complex case management skills.
* Ability to lead improvements and challenge practice quality.
* Experience supervising adult learners and working in multiple social care environments.
* Knowledge of intervention models and their outcomes.
Qualifications
* Recognized AMHP qualification.
* Qualification in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing (mental health or learning disability), or Psychology.
* Registration with the appropriate regulatory body (Social Work England, HCPC, NMC).
* Completion of PQ Award.
* Up-to-date CPD log evidence.
* Regulatory approval training (e.g., children’s National Assessment and Accreditation Scheme).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Flexible working arrangements are available, including part-time, homeworking, and flexible hours, subject to role needs and further discussion at interview.
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