• Aims & Objectives

    Learning outcomes 

    By the end of the course participants will:

    •         understand s37/41 Mental Health Act and references in the MHA Code of Practice to restricted patients

    •         have a detailed knowledge of the Mental Health Casework Section and related guidance which is essential to undertake the role of Social Supervisor

    •         understand the practical processes involved in the discharge, Mental Health Tribunal review and the recall of conditionally discharged patients

    •         be able to set out how they approach the social supervision task and demonstrate suitable professional curiosity

    •         have considered academic research about the perspective of those subject to supervision and recall

    •         have considered the implications of inquiries, particularly regarding MDT roles, interagency communication, carer engagement, collaborative care planning and risk management .

    • Social Supervision - Training Sessions