We are looking for a confident Mental Health Law Practitioner with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Elowen Hospital.
Main duties of the job
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About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10,000 employees empower 2,864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job responsibilities
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
We are currently recruiting for a Mental Health Law Practitioner to conduct the legal requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 at Cygnet Elowen Hospital, which offers a range of secure mental health services for women in a purpose-built therapeutic environment.
You will be working full-time, 40 hours a week at Cygnet Elowen Hospital, helping ensure the safe and smooth running of services for the people in our care.
Cygnet Elowen Hospital is our brand new gender-specific mental health hospital for women due to open mid-2025. The hospital will have two wards: a 12-bed eating disorders service for women, and a 12-bed female complex personality disorder service for women with a dual diagnosis of personality disorder and co-morbid disordered eating.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.
* Scrutinising section papers and checking that relevant paperwork is present and correct, reporting to the MHA Administrator any areas which require amendment.
* Ensuring that diaries and spreadsheets are updated with listings of hearings.
* Notifying all parties concerned regarding report deadlines and dates of hearings.
* Chasing up reports for all Tribunal and Managers Hearings.
* Contacting Hospital Managers and arranging their attendance at Hearings.
* Assisting the Tribunal Clerk when required to do so, ensuring that the room is set up, paperwork available and collecting visitors from reception and liaising with the Tribunal panel in the absence of the Clerk.
* Data input of Section within the Mental Health Act spreadsheet.
* Covering MHA Administrator in his/her absence.
* Completing Mental Health Act Audits using Corporate Template for All Wards.
* Adapting to changes in organising new protocols for Tribunals and Managers Hearing in response to COVID-19.
* Attending meetings in the absence of the Mental Health Administrator.
* Liaising with external Agencies & the Multi-disciplinary Team within the Hospital setting.
We are looking for people who have:
* 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.
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.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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Person Specification
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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.
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