Mental Health Legislation Administrator
Hello!
We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).
We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, ‘I’ve seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.’ We’re on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.
Opportunities for you
Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we’ve got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.
We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there’s lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme.All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.
- Cultural diversity staff network
- Disabled staff network
- LGBT+ staff network
We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:
- Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association
- Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
- Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group
We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.
Always improving
CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We’re always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that?
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Mental Health Legislation Team at St Nicholas Hospital. The post holder will work within a small team of specialists who are responsible for the day to day administration of the Mental Health Act 1983.
The post holder will be expected to provide excellent clerical and administrative support within the team to effectively manage their own caseload of approximately 60 patients.
Main duties of the job
This will include scrutiny of legal documents, rectification of documents, renewal of detention, and monitoring the consent to treatment provisions. They will provide assurance that patients’ rights under Section 132 are adhered to and be responsible to arrange patient’s hearings, if they appeal to the Mental Health Tribunal or Hospital Managers.
Applicants will be required to use their own initiative to manage and prioritise their own caseloads, they will also require excellent organisation skills, ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines. They must be a team player be able to adjust plans accordingly without warning and possess excellent communication skills
They will have excellent knowledge and understanding of Microsoft applications.
Working for our organisation
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will use their own initiative to manage and prioritise their workload on a daily basis. They will be expected to provide a proactive good quality clerical and administrative support within the team, be effective team player, possess excellent written and verbal communications skills including digital communication and confidently be able to relay information to clinical and non- clinical staff about the Mental Health Legislation, Code of Practices, Statutory instruments etc.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 6^th March 2025Closing date : 20^th March 2025
We welcome your application.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Educated to Diploma/ NVQ level 4 or equivalent knowledge or experience gained through working procedures within administration or a demonstrable equivalent experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria- Extensive experience and knowledge of specialist administrative functions
- Knowledge of Managing Peoples information and confidential codes of conduct
- Experience of multi-agency/professional working.
- Working knowledge of the Data Protection Act
- Knowledge of NHS Administrative Procedures
Skills & Competencies
Essential criteria- Proven ability to solve complex legal and ethical issues
- Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills being able to communicate with a diverse audience to regain their respect and confidence
- Effective decision making skills
- Excellent presentation skills both written and verbal
- Advanced information technology skills
Please ensure to check out all of the supporting documents linked to this advert, for useful information about working for us, information from our Chief Executive and much more.