Relief Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs)

North Yorkshire County Council

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$42,839–$47,181 Per Year
SKILLS
Ambulance Services, Communication Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Social Work, Time Management
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
4 days ago

Relief Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs) Salary: £42,839 to £47,181 per annum (pro rata) plus additional payments of £30 per weekend shift and £22-£44 per night shift

Contract Type: Relief

Hours/working pattern: Weekdays from 16:30 onwards, Weekends and Bank Holidays from 08:00, supporting the EDT rota, Shifts are offered on a flexible, as-needed basis.,

Salary: £42,839 to £47,181 per annum (pro rata) plus additional payments of £30 per weekend shift and £22-£44 per night shift

Grade: L

Contract: Relief

Work Pattern: Weekdays from 16:30 onwards, Weekends and Bank Holidays from 08:00, supporting the EDT rota, Shifts are offered on a flexible, as-needed basis.

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

 

 

North Yorkshire Council is looking to recruit Relief Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs) to join our Emergency Duty Team (EDT).

This is a fantastic opportunity to work flexibly while supporting a vital out-of-hours service, undertaking Mental Health Act assessments across North Yorkshire and the City of York.

Our Emergency Duty Team provides a county-wide out-of-hours social care service for adults and children. Relief AMHPs play a key role in responding to people experiencing mental health crises, working alongside health colleagues, police, ambulance services and other partner agencies to ensure timely and effective interventions.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake Mental Health Act assessments in accordance with statutory duties.
  • Coordinate and manage complex Mental Health Act assessment processes.
  • Liaise effectively with health professionals, police, ambulance services and other partners.
  • Assess and manage risk in high-pressure situations.
  • Make lawful, proportionate and person-centred decisions.
  • Complete accurate records and statutory documentation.
  • Provide professional AMHP advice and guidance out of hours.

About You

  • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
  • Current AMHP qualification and approval.
  • Experience of undertaking Mental Health Act assessments.
  • Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and relevant legislation.
  • Ability to work autonomously and make complex decisions under pressure.
  • Strong communication and partnership-working skills.

Why Join Us?

  • Flexible relief working to fit around other commitments.
  • Opportunity to maintain and develop AMHP practice.
  • Work within a supportive and experienced EDT service.
  • Exposure to a wide range of complex and rewarding work.
  • Make a real difference to people experiencing mental health crises.

 

If you would like to arrange and informal chat prior to applying for this role please contact Suzanne Kirk on 07735 972536 or email suzanne.kirk@northyorks.gov.uk

 

Key Documents:

Job description

Total Rewards

 

Key Dates:

 

Closing Date: Sunday 2nd August 

Shortlisting Date: Monday 3rd August 

Interview Date: Interviews TBC (out of hours if required) 

Venue for Interview: Microsoft Teams

 

 

 

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. 

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

 

Using AI? Please follow our guidance to ensure your application reflects your own knowledge and experience: Advice on your job application | North Yorkshire Council

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Relief Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs)

Salary: £42,839 to £47,181 per annum (pro rata) plus additional payments of £30 per weekend shift and £22-£44 per night shift

Grade: L

Contract: Relief

Work Pattern: Weekdays from 16:30 onwards, Weekends and Bank Holidays from 08:00, supporting the EDT rota, Shifts are offered on a flexible, as-needed basis.

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire Council is looking to recruit Relief Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs) to join our Emergency Duty Team (EDT).

This is a fantastic opportunity to work flexibly while supporting a vital out-of-hours service, undertaking Mental Health Act assessments across North Yorkshire and the City of York.

Our Emergency Duty Team provides a county-wide out-of-hours social care service for adults and children. Relief AMHPs play a key role in responding to people experiencing mental health crises, working alongside health colleagues, police, ambulance services and other partner agencies to ensure timely and effective interventions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake Mental Health Act assessments in accordance with statutory duties.
  • Coordinate and manage complex Mental Health Act assessment processes.
  • Liaise effectively with health professionals, police, ambulance services and other partners.
  • Assess and manage risk in high-pressure situations.
  • Make lawful, proportionate and person-centred decisions.
  • Complete accurate records and statutory documentation.
  • Provide professional AMHP advice and guidance out of hours.

About You

  • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
  • Current AMHP qualification and approval.
  • Experience of undertaking Mental Health Act assessments.
  • Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and relevant legislation.
  • Ability to work autonomously and make complex decisions under pressure.
  • Strong communication and partnership-working skills.

Why Join Us?

  • Flexible relief working to fit around other commitments.
  • Opportunity to maintain and develop AMHP practice.
  • Work within a supportive and experienced EDT service.
  • Exposure to a wide range of complex and rewarding work.
  • Make a real difference to people experiencing mental health crises.

If you would like to arrange and informal chat prior to applying for this role please contact Suzanne Kirk on 07735 972536 or email suzanne.kirk@northyorks.gov.uk

Key Documents:

Job description

Total Rewards

Key Dates:

Closing Date: Sunday 2nd August

Shortlisting Date: Monday 3rd August

Interview Date: Interviews TBC (out of hours if required)

Venue for Interview: Microsoft Teams

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Using AI? Please follow our guidance to ensure your application reflects your own knowledge and experience: Advice on your job application | North Yorkshire Council

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Relief Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs)

Salary: £42,839 to £47,181 per annum (pro rata) - plus additional payments of £30 per weekend shift and £22-44 per night

Posted: 17/07/2026

Closing date: 02/08/2026

Closing time: 23:59

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