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Mental Health Act Administrator Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 16 May 2024
Salary: £16,200 per year
Additional salary information: Competitive
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 14 June 2024
Location: Blackburn, BB2 1TU
Company: Cygnet
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 36311

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Summary

We are looking for an organised and experienced Mental Health Act Administrator Assistant with a passion for making a difference to others.

You’ll be working Part-Time, 24 hours per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) at Cygnet Fountains, helping ensure the safe and smooth running of services for the people in our care.

Cygnet Fountains is a high dependency inpatient rehabilitation service for men who have severe and enduring mental illness and who may have been detained under the Mental Health Act. The individuals we support come to us following multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or stepping down from secure settings.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day...

  • Provide a high standard of organisational & administrative support
  • Prepare reports & other written materials
  • Keep files & records as required
  • Work co-operatively with all other members of the administration team to ensure the department runs smoothly
  • Taking notes & minutes at meetings
  • Answer the telephone & respond to all enquiries in a friendly, efficient manner

We are looking for people who have...

  • Previous administration experience including report preparation, organising meetings, liaising with customers/clients
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) with qualifications in English and Maths
  • Exceptional organisational skills
  • Experience of working in a Healthcare environment alongside medical practitioners is desirable
  • Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA 1983) is desirable

In return, you’ll receive a competitive salary and a range of benefits including:

  • Full training and Induction
  • Regular coaching and support
  • Employee Discount Scheme
  • Company pension scheme
  • Company paid Life Assurance scheme
  • Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Free meals on duty

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

If you are interested in the role please click 'Apply' or email KatieDixon@Cygnethealth.co.uk

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