To support and be accountable to the AMHP Service Manager in the management and organisation of the AMHP Hub to ensure that we meet our statutory duties as directed by national policy, legislation and guidance and in accordance with the councils' policies, particularly s.13(1) MHA 1983.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. To deputise for the AMHP Service Manager as required and to ensure the continuity and efficient delivery of service
2. To provide expert advice, support, supervision and professional guidance to team members including implementing the performance management framework and AMHP Competencies as set out in The Mental Health (Approved Professionals) (Approval) (England) Regulations 2008.
3. To quality assure and monitor expenditure as required by the business unit. To authorise and approve expenditure for the budget, as delegated, having determined that expenditure is necessary.
4. To contribute to the maintenance, development and improvement of the AMHP service to promote evidence based good practice. To attend meetings, contract meetings and workshops as directed and lead on the development of specific projects
5. To provide advice, support and expertise to colleagues within the business unit, to include student supervision, group meetings, audits and field work observations to ensure continued development of practice standards
6. To maintain essential records in accordance with the policies of the businesses unit and to make available statistical information and records as required.
7. To undertake statutory duties as required for the work of the service group, including complaints, and/or to cover local office duties.
8. To undertake joint work with colleagues within the business unit and from other agencies as relevant to the effective delivery of services.
9. To take responsibility for promoting, developing and supporting diversity within the team.

If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.