Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)

Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), Our values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are: Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive Trustworthy Our key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.

As an OoH AMHP, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable adults outside of core working hours (Mon - Mon 5:00pm - 9:00am). This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and skilled AMHP who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident making high-quality, autonomous decisions under pressure., We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, and committed professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality services. You will bring:

• Strong knowledge of Mental Health Act (1983, as amended 2007) and Care Act (2014)
• Proven ability to work independently in high-pressure situations
• Excellent decision-making and risk assessment skills
• Strong multi-agency working experience and communication skills
You will also contribute to developing best practice, acting as a role model for high standards in Adult Social Care. Essential Requirements Applicants must be one of the following registered professionals:
• Social Worker
• Mental Health Nurse
• Occupational Therapist
• Psychologist
You must:
• Be registered with the relevant professional body (Social Work England, NMC, HCPC)
• Hold current AMHP approval
• Evidence post-qualifying experience and ongoing CPD as an AMHP
• Demonstrate strong partnership working with agencies such as NHS, Police, Ambulance, care providers, and advocacy services, If you are an experienced AMHP looking to make a meaningful impact in a rewarding and challenging out-of-hours role, we would love to hear from you.
  
  The OoH Team forms part of the 24-hour AMHP Service, based at Haylock House, Kettering, supporting both North and West Northamptonshire., We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.
  
  Nights
• Weekends
• Bank holidays, NNCSC Pay Band 23: £48,226 - £51,356
• Plus 15% Out of Hours Allowance
• 28 days annual leave per year (pro rota for part time employees), plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 after 2 years' continuous service and a further three after 5 years' continuous service.
• Business Mileage paid at 45p per mile
• Free DBS check according to job role
• North Northamptonshire Council Employee Networks e.g armed forces, disability, race equality, menopause, LGBTQ+ to name but a few, Here at North Northamptonshire Council, we're transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people.
You'll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think! Why choose us? We offer a vibrant working environment with:
• a competitive salary
• a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.
• lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council
• generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days
• hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.