Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12-month fixed term Senior Social Work post to cover the Manchester AMHP Hub for 18.5 hours per week. The Manchester AMHP service is a busy service and receives referrals for individuals within the City of Manchester. The post holder will undertake the role of the senior Social Worker on duty at the hub to ensure the effective running of the service. The main duties of the post will involve the triaging of all referrals into the service and making decisions in line with s.13(1) of the MHA. They will prioritise referrals on a daily basis and make decisions regarding the allocation of assessments to the AMHP's on duty. The Senior Social Worker will also provide support and guidance to the AMHP's who are on duty. The postholder will receive clinical and managerial supervision from a Social Care Lead. There is also the opportunity for this post to be a secondment and would welcome applications on this basis, but this would require the prior agreement of the line manager to release an AMHP for a 12 month period.We are looking for the successful applicant to be able to start at the end of September or as close to this as possible. If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Sarah Barnard on 07980 853 661. Main duties of the job Triaging of referrals in to the AMHP service and making evidenced based decisions in line with s.13(1) of the MHA, and communicating outcomes to referrers. Processing referrals in line with agreed processes and recording decisions on electronic care records and handover documents. Prioritising referrals on a daily basis and allocating work to AMHP's on duty, and re-prioritising throughout the day in line with new priorities. Provision of support and guidance to AMHP's on duty at the Hub. Communicating/ liaising/maintaining positive working relationships with other services both within GMMH, and external agencies regarding referrals made and assessments which are required. Provision of clinical/managerial supervision to full time AMHP's in the team, as directed by AMHP hub Manager. About us Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond. Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options. Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity. Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 437-6641653-A Job locations AMHP Hub Park House Park House North Manchester General Hospital M8 5RB Job description Job responsibilities Triaging of referrals in to the AMHP service and making decisions in line with s.13(1) of the MHA. Processing referrals in line with agreed processes and recording decisions on electronic care records. Prioritising referrals on a daily basis and allocating work to AMHP's on duty. Provision of support and guidance to AMHP's on duty at the Hub. Communicating and liaising with other services within GMMH and external agencies regarding referrals made and assessments which are required. Provision of clinical/managerial supervision to full time AMHP's in the team, as directed by AMHP hub Manager. can we add this in all adverts in the last box in TRAC instead of whatever the manager puts in: See attached detailed job description and person specification: Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts Job description Job responsibilities Triaging of referrals in to the AMHP service and making decisions in line with s.13(1) of the MHA. Processing referrals in line with agreed processes and recording decisions on electronic care records. Prioritising referrals on a daily basis and allocating work to AMHP's on duty. Provision of support and guidance to AMHP's on duty at the Hub. Communicating and liaising with other services within GMMH and external agencies regarding referrals made and assessments which are required. Provision of clinical/managerial supervision to full time AMHP's in the team, as directed by AMHP hub Manager. can we add this in all adverts in the last box in TRAC instead of whatever the manager puts in: See attached detailed job description and person specification: Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts Person Specification Qualifications Essential Holds an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Qualification Qualified Social Worker/other professional qualification (Nursing/OT/Psychologist) Desirable Best Interests Assessor Qualification Experience Essential Experience of working as an AMHP Desirable Experience of supervising or managing staff Person Specification Qualifications Essential Holds an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Qualification Qualified Social Worker/other professional qualification (Nursing/OT/Psychologist) Desirable Best Interests Assessor Qualification Experience Essential Experience of working as an AMHP Desirable Experience of supervising or managing staff Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Address AMHP Hub Park House Park House North Manchester General Hospital M8 5RB Employer's website https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)