RAMHP Senior Practitioner and AMHP

We are seeking a Mental Health Professional--whether a Mental Health Nurse, Mental Health Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist--who is a trained Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to become part of the RAMHP team and work throughout Hackney. This role focuses on supporting a complex and vulnerable group of service users., The team uses an assertive outreach approach, going out to see people where they are. We are looking for people who are trauma informed and creative in how they engage and support people with multiple needs.

Practitioners need expertise in bio-psychosocial assessment and liaison. The practitioner will be experienced in safeguarding adults and have a good working knowledge of relevant legislation including the mental health act, mental capacity act and the Care Act.

The Practitioner will be an active member of the multidisciplinary team, provide bio-psychosocial assessments and support to rough sleepers referred by the street outreach teams. Trained AMHPs will contribute to the Hackney AMHP rota.

Candidates should have a solid understanding of the health needs of rough sleepers and the numerous challenges that homeless individuals face in accessing health services. We are looking for an experienced clinician with outstanding communication skills, advanced assessment abilities, and a robust clinical background, all of which will enable effective collaboration with service users as well as statutory and partner organizations that assist people in difficult situations.

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.