Assistant Team Manager/AMHP

We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work in the integrated (Health & Social Care) Wokingham Community Mental Health Team.

We are a multi-disciplinary Team that works closely together to improve the lives of those with mental health problems living within the Wokingham Borough. You will be part of the Senior Management Group and support the Head of Mental Health and Service Manager to deliver effective and safe mental health services. You will be the AMHP Lead for the Mental Health Service in Wokingham and this will include managing the AMPH rota, co-ordinating training and be part of the re-approval process. You will be required to provide consultation on legal issues and update practitioners on case law. The role will also include renewing and updating relevant mental health policies as required.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant Professional qualification in Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Mental Health Nursing. Experience of working in a community mental health setting and staff supervision are essential. All applicants must be practising AMHPs with substantial post qualifying experience. A commitment to safeguarding, social inclusion and Recovery is essential.

The CMHT is a well established and supportive team which offers a range of supervision, training and learning opportunities, and has a commitment to professional development

As part of your application, you are required to complete the CRB Additional Job Application Data document attached to this vacancy. CVs will not be accepted for this post.

Closing date: 11pm, 17 August 2012

Interview date: 30 August 2012

For an informal discussion please contact Barbara Jenkins on 0118 989 0707

To apply immediately, please visit: www.wokingham.gov.uk/jobs

Alternatively, call 0118 974 6081 (answerphone) quoting ref: 2641