Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced leader to take on the role of Service Manager for the Liaison Psychiatry and Crisis Service within Dorset CAMHS.
CAMHS Liaison has recently undergone a review and the service is still developing, we have recently developed a Crisis and Brief Intervention offer within CAMHS Dorset which will be part of your portfolio. This will be an opportunity to lead and be part of the continuing development of a new Service, which will offer therapeutic assessments and brief intervention to young people across Dorset.You will be responsible for a team of practitioners led by a Team Leader. The team will consist of a Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Lead, Mental Health Practitioners, Support Workers and administrative support.
Your role in liaison will be a strategic one, building strong relationships with the acute hospital senior leaders and the staff working in ED, paediatrics, the assessment unit, being the bridge between Dorset HealthCare and our acute partners. You will be part of the CAMHS Senior Management Team and will work in collaboration with the Inpatient Services Manager and Closer to Home Team Manager to develop pathways for the Acute needs of Young People in Dorset.
This post is a full time 12-month fixed term, to cover maternity leave. Opportunities to discuss a blended model of remote and office working are welcomed.
For further information please contact Natalie Scott, CAMHS Deputy Head of Service on 07990 773844.
Main duties of the job
You will ensure the provision and development of high standards of care and therapeutic treatment of care are undertaken.
As a Service manager you will support the implementation of nationally accredited standards relating to mental health and to embrace and develop the development of the Recovery agenda.
You will facilitate and promote a culture of learning and development, be part of the senior leadership team at an exciting point of transformation and work closely with the Head ofCAMHS and Service Managers in meeting recommendations of the NHS Long Term Plan.
You will deliver on performance targets and quality outcomes in order to transform the service, improving access to and choice of evidence-based therapies and building capacity to deliver positive and measurable outcomes for children and young people and their families.
This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Significant experience working in a complex organisation at senior or middle management level
- Experience of working in Psychiatric Liaison or similar service at Band 7 for a significant time.
- Masters degree (can be in progress) or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Evidence of the ability to think laterally whilst being forward thinking and progressive in the concepts, ideas and implementation of changes in practice.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
- Awareness: up to date with the NHS Agenda, national, regional and local directives
- Proven skills in staff management, building effective relationships and networking
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Experience in dealing with patient related issues
- Excellent time management skills
- Planning and organisational skills
- Computer literate including advanced excel and producing complex PowerPoint presentations
- Ability to participate in meetings and serve on committees where necessary
- Experience of undertaking research and clinical audits
- Ability to be flexible in order to achieve tight deadlines.
- Exemplary standards of personal conduct and behaviour to ensure personal credibility, with the ability to quickly gain the confidence of others
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of quality control systems, preferably in a similar setting
- Awareness and experience of implementing the Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Network (PLAN)
Essential
Essential
- Significant experience working in a complex organisation at senior or middle management level
Essential
Essential
- Experience of working in Psychiatric Liaison or similar service at Band 7 for a significant time
Essential
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
Essential
Essential
- Proven skills in staff management, building effective relationships and networking
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Significant experience working in a complex organisation at senior or middle management level
- Experience of working in Psychiatric Liaison or similar service at Band 7 for a significant time.
- Masters degree (can be in progress) or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Evidence of the ability to think laterally whilst being forward thinking and progressive in the concepts, ideas and implementation of changes in practice.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
- Awareness: up to date with the NHS Agenda, national, regional and local directives
- Proven skills in staff management, building effective relationships and networking
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Experience in dealing with patient related issues
- Excellent time management skills
- Planning and organisational skills
- Computer literate including advanced excel and producing complex PowerPoint presentations
- Ability to participate in meetings and serve on committees where necessary
- Experience of undertaking research and clinical audits
- Ability to be flexible in order to achieve tight deadlines.
- Exemplary standards of personal conduct and behaviour to ensure personal credibility, with the ability to quickly gain the confidence of others
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of quality control systems, preferably in a similar setting
- Awareness and experience of implementing the Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Network (PLAN)
Essential
Essential
- Significant experience working in a complex organisation at senior or middle management level
Essential
Essential
- Experience of working in Psychiatric Liaison or similar service at Band 7 for a significant time
Essential
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
Essential
Essential
- Proven skills in staff management, building effective relationships and networking
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
