Mental Health Law Practitioner

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are currently recruiting for a Mental Health Law Practitioner, to support the MHA Administrator in ensuring the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 at Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital in Coventry. You will be working Monday to Friday, 09:00am to 17:00pm. Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital is our emergency mental health hospital in Coventry. The service supports adults across three wards to move as quickly and safely as possible to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them. Your day-to-day…

• To ensure that all procedures relative to the Mental Health Act and associated legislation are adhered to.
• Ensure the legal detention of patients.
• Ensure adequate records for detained patients are maintained.
• Ensure adequate and safe storage of documentation.
• Receive section papers during working hours.
• Arrange correction of errors relating to detention of patients to meet all legal requirements.
• Ensure patient and nearest relatives are aware of individual rights and power of detention in force and assist as required with exercising these rights.
• Ensure an up-to-date list of mental health solicitors is available to patients and that patients are represented at hearings or appeals where possible or appropriate., We carefully review applications, considering factors like visa status, location, and experience.
04 Step 4Initial Screening If your application is suitable, you'll be contacted by the recruiter to arrange a telephone screening call. 05 Step 5Interview If you meet the screening criteria, you'll be invited for an interview, which normally takes place in person at the site you're applying to. 06 Step 6Feedback and Offer Following the interview, you'll receive feedback, and if successful, a verbal job offer that will be followed up with a written job offer and onboarding information.Support for Your Job Application From refining your CV to preparing for your interview, our free career resources give you the tools and advice you need to feel confident at every stage., Rebecca (Becca) excels as Activity Coordinator with heartfelt care and positivity, treating Spencer ward ladies as humans and building their confidence. Called unsung hero" by a discharged patient. Goes above and beyond daily.


• Previous administration experience including report preparation, organising meetings, liaising with customers/clients
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) with qualifications in English and Maths
• Exceptional organisational skills
• Experience of working in a Healthcare environment alongside medical practitioners is desirable
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA 1983) is desirable
• Knowledge of compliance and auditing systems required by regulatory bodies (CQC) is desirable
  
  Cygnet have been amazing with the supervision and support from my manager. They helped me identify my skill set to work on my strengths and weaknesses.
Cygnet recognised my study achievements at the Staff Achievement Awards where I was a finalist for learner of the year At Cygnet I have been able to develop and grow while learning new skills, Tara has stepped up as Acting Team Leader, confidently running some of the most challenging shifts, managing incidents and her team with positivity and resilience, earning clear respect and trust through her excellent communication with staff, seniors, and managers.

In return, you'll receive a competitive salary and a range of benefits including:
• Full training and Induction
• Regular coaching and support
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
• Health Cash Plan
• Subsidised meals on duty
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the button to applyBenefits & RewardsGroup Pension We'll look after you beyond Cygnet by helping you save for your future with a pension scheme. Cygnet provides a monthly contribution into your pot for every month you actively pay in.Discounted Gym Membership Cygnet encourages the culture of wellbeing and improving work-life balance and as a result, we are offering Gym discounts. The discounts are across more than 3,000 gyms across the UK. Ranging from the big chains to the small independents - your nearest gym in the scheme won't be far away!Enhanced Maternity In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.Employee Referral Scheme Do you know other people who would be well suited to working at Cygnet in a Nurse, Doctor, Occupational Therapist, Psychologist or Care & Support Worker role? Recommend them for potential cash rewards!