Mental Health Law Practitioner
Posted 18 days 18 hours ago by NHS
Cygnet Group is recruiting a Mental Health Law Practitioner to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury. The hospital offers secure mental health services for men and has two wards: a 12 bed Rational PICU and a 15 bed Acute Ward, supported by a full multidisciplinary team (MDT). The role is based in the West Midlands and involves 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9 am-5 pm.
Job responsibilities- Ensure that all procedures relative to the Mental Health Act and associated legislation are adhered to.
- Ensure the legal detention of patients.
- Ensure adequate records for detained patients are maintained.
- Ensure adequate and safe storage of documentation.
- Receive section papers during working hours.
- Arrange correction of errors relating to detention of patients to meet all legal requirements.
- Ensure patients and their nearest relatives are aware of their individual rights and the power of detention, and assist as required with exercising these rights.
- Maintain an up-to-date list of mental health solicitors and arrange patient representation at hearings or appeals where appropriate.
- Full training and induction.
- Regular coaching and support.
- Employee discount scheme.
- NHS discounts.
- Strong career progression opportunities.
- Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings.
- Free meal on shift.
- Experienced Mental Health Act Administrator with a minimum of two years of experience.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Education to GCSE level (or equivalent) with qualifications in English and Maths.
- Exceptional organisational skills.
- Experience working in a healthcare environment alongside medical practitioners.
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983/2007.
- Knowledge of compliance and auditing systems required by regulatory bodies (CQC).
- Experience in taking minutes during meetings.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. The posting may close early if sufficient applications are received.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.