About the job Approved Mental Health Professional

Role Purpose

To meet the duties as set out in the Mental Health Act (1983) and associated legislation by providing a statutory Approved Mental Health Professional service across Bath and North East Somerset, focusing on protection, prevention, and safeguarding, to improve outcomes and quality of life and for individuals and families. This includes collaborating closely with and providing a multi-agency liaison role across Heath and Social Care, Emergency Services, Private Providers and the Voluntary Sector.

Accountabilities

• Take professional, evidence-based, risk-informed decisions in line with legislation, statutory guidance, and local AMHP policies and procedures, to ensure appropriate action is taken, when dealing with referrals and service users.
• Maintain accurate professional records and complex case files in accordance with statutory requirements an...