An opportunity has arisen for a full-time Mental Health Act Administrator at Hywel Dda University Health Board.
Working as part of a small, supportive team, the post holder will undertake a range of administrative duties relating to the governance of the Mental Health Act, ensuring that the organisation meets its statutory obligations. This is a key role contributing to the effective and compliant delivery of mental health services.
The successful candidate will be self motivated, highly organised, and be able to work effectively in a fast paced environment. Ideally, applicants will have previous experience in a similar role and be able to demonstrate excellent IT, organisational and administrative skills. Strong literacy and typing abilities are essential along with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and perform well under pressure.
A good understanding of Mental Health Law would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided to the successful candidate.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable, but not essential.
Provide administration processes in order to capture data on the use of the Mental Health Act using various Microsoft Office applications.
Ensuring all Mental Health Act documentation is correct, up to date and maintaining an accurate database of patient information.
Work collaboratively with operational services and stakeholders to ensure lawful processes are followed throughout the reception, care and treatment of patient with mental disorders.
Act as a key point for addressing any general enquiries from the organisation and its stakeholders relating to the use of the Mental Health Act, ensuring a professional and confidential service is provided at all times.
Update and extract information via the approved systems as well as maintaining efficient manual and computerised filing systems within the department.
Make necessary arrangements for meetings relating to the Mental Health Act, such as Mental Health Review Tribunals and Hospital Managers, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. This will include undertaking clerking duties where necessary. Therefore there must be a willingness to travel across the Health Board locations in a timely manner.
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences in our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals we welcome application from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do note meet the Welsh Language requirements specified the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 29/07/2026 (will involve typing / Excel test)
