Job Description

Job Summary

The Mental Health Act covers the reception, care and treatment of persons detained with mental disorder. It provides the legislation by which people diagnosed with a mental disorder can be detained in hospital or police custody for their disorder to be assessed or treated or be subject to supervised community treatment. The role of the Mental Health Act Administration Assistant and Partnership Support is first and foremost to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Mental Health Act Administrator. Ability to work without supervision is an important aspect of this post as the position includes covering the duties of the Mental Health Act Administrator in their absence. Lead role in maintaining processes and systems to support compliance with the Mental Health Act and the Code of Practice. Working within a Team the postholder will be responsible for ensuring that the Health Board is fully compliant with all the statutory requirements enforced by the Mental Health Act. Ensuring that all Mental Health Act documentation is correct and up to date, maintaining an accurate filing system and database of patient information.

Responsibilities and Duties

Develop a sound operational knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983, including Mental Health Law, Mental Capacity Act and any subsequent legislation. Undertake administrative duties relating to the Mental Health Act 1983 which frequently involves communication of highly complex, sensitive or contentious nature. This may be in writing, electronically, by phone and in person, with Hospital Managers, Clinical Staff, Social Services, Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Mental Health Review Services, Mental Health Review Tribunal, Legal Representatives and Advocacy Services. Required to use a sensitive approach where there may be significant barriers to communication. Assist with, and lead in the absence of the Mental Health Administrator where necessary, the co-ordination of Hospital Managers Hearings in the event of an Appeal; ensure that all reports are checked, collated and despatched in accordance with Health Board Policy. Communicate to staff and patients the outcome of the Hearing. Assist with, and lead where necessary, the co-ordination of Mental Health Review Tribunal Hearings, in the event of an Appeal, to ensure that all hospital statements and reports are prepared and despatched within the statutory time-sensitive deadlines and Mental Health Review Tribunal Rules.

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.



As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.



To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ . There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.



You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.



The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.