It’s an exciting time fortheAMHP ServiceinLincolnshireand we are seeking to appoint an innovative, ambitious and customer drivenAMHP Service Managerto develop and deliver an outstanding 24/7 AMHP service for Lincolnshire, working closely with partners to deliver a 'gold standard' service for the people of Lincolnshire. Those joining us will have the opportunity to shape and influence a specialist team who undertake MHAAs and deliver the out of hours Urgent social care response.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Safeguarding, you will be the statutoryLead AMHP for Lincolnshire. You will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of working practices, robust policies, procedures and processes that support the delivery of an outstanding 24/7 AMHP service, which includes responsibility for the out of hours urgent social care response. You will provide day to day leadership, management and direction to two line managers and all those working within the service.
You will drive high aspirations and the development of a ‘gold standard’ AMHP service, taking responsibility for ensuring the best possible outcome for those using the service.
You will work closely with colleagues from other areas of the Council, sharing knowledge, promoting, and supporting the role of the AMHP and contributing to the wider objectives of the Council. You’ll also work closely with partners across the wider health and social care network, developing a whole-system response to ensure the most effective outcomes for service users, promoting the role ofAMHPand acting as ambassador for the Council in local, regional and national forums.
You will be based in our dedicated AMHP hub on the Lincoln campus, utilising a hybrid working model. You will not be expected to carry a caseload but will be expected to undertake the role of AMHP to maintain your registration and when necessary to support the service. You will also participate in the out of hours on-call manager’s rota. The role will include some out of hours working.
You will operate frameworks for Recruitment, Service Improvement and Quality Assurance, using agreed appropriate competencies, performance standards and review processes, identify areas for practice improvement and scope and implement organisational development work to promote best practice.
About You
To apply for this role,you must be a qualified AMHP, so, you mustbe a registered social worker, mental health nurse, LD nurse, occupational therapist, or clinical psychologists who has successfully completed accredited post qualification training as an Approved Mental Health professional.
You must have excellent knowledge of Mental Health and Social Care legislation, including safeguarding adults, and significant previous management experience.
We are looking for anAMHPService Managerwho will be an aspirational leader who will set high expectations and deliver a ‘gold standard’ AMHP service. You will have excellent organisation, communication and change management skills and demonstrable success is developing creative ideas into tangible, measurable outcomes. You will be motivated by person-centred values and passionate about making a difference in people's lives, helping us to achieve our vision of‘working for a better future’.
A fullJob Description, including a detailedPerson Specificationis attached to the advert on theLCC Jobs Page.
We will consider applications from those who have previously undertaken accredited AMHP training and are not currently acting as AMHPs but willing to undertake the necessary steps to return to practice.
About our Offer
We recognise the importance of appropriate support in maintaining your well-being, resilience and job satisfaction. We provide comprehensive supervision, appraisal and employee well-being opportunities. We recognise the unique challenges associated with theAMHProle and provide additional role specific support including regularAMHPforums and peer supervision sessions.
Along with a competitive salary we are offering an extensive benefits package including:
* A Contributory pension
* Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
* Flexible working policies
* Career progression opportunities
* A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more
Further details can be found in ourrewards and benefitsbrochure
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Kerry Stacey atkerry.stacey@lincolnshire.gov.uk
PLEASE NOTE:It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in theJob Description(attached on LCC jobs Site)and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Applications close on: 17th November2024 with interviews taking place on or after 26th November2024.
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