Job summary
The Team Manager will be responsible for the operational management and development of the OpCourage North West service in conjunction with the senior management team.
OpCourage North West is a multi-disciplinary team of practitioners is commissioned to offer psychological treatment and interventions to Veterans of the British Armed Forces who live in the North West, who are experiencing mental health difficulties. The post holder will manage the operational requirements of the service, and have clear aims for the team's development and be able to achieve targets and goals set.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilitieso To manage the OpCourage Service, supported by the services lead.o To effectively manage, direct and supervise the work of staff within the team.o To effectively and efficiently manage resources within the team in liaison with the service manager.o To ensure the team work to national legislation, local policies and procedures and eligibility criteria.o To ensure the service works to agreed objectives and targets and meets service KPIs.o To work with and monitor performance within clinics and the impact on the Mental Health Service.o Coordination of the workforce to ensure all clinical activity is covered.o To ensure the team have appropriate training, clinical skills and supervision to meet the needs of the service.
About us
At Pennine Care you'll do more than join something - you'll be valued for who you are; you'll be making a difference and be part of something good and important.
In the latest NHS staff survey, we ranked as thebest place to work out of all the mental health and learning disability trusts in the North West.
Our colleagues are the beating heart and pride of our organisation. Everyone contributes towards our vision of a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities.
Our strong valuesof kindness, fairness, ingenuity and determination guide us - they are fundamental to who we are, wherever we are.
Equality diversity and inclusionis at the top of our agenda.We believe that a diverse, inclusive and engaged culture is vital; that everyone's value should be recognised and respected.
We proactively challenge injustices, with a commitment tobecoming anti-racistandsupporting our transgender and non-binary colleagues.We also have thrivingstaff networksto make sure everyone has a voice.
We've got big ambitions for the future and a clear path to get there. You'll be supported to achieve and upskill, with opportunities to learn and progress.
We care for our colleagues and offer a range of health and wellbeing support; such as a dedicated wellbeing service, flexible working options for work-life balance, plus regular wellbeing sessions and courses.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
To be responsible for the on-going planning and development of the Op Courage North West team in line with the overall aims of both the North Collaborative and the Trust goals.
To be responsible for decision-making and professional advice on individual cases and the allocation of resources to meet individual assessed needs.
To be a source of clinical expertise and advice for the team in the execution of their duties.
To be able to provide practical support within the clinics where needed, and to maintain skill base.
To support the development of the carer forums within the triangle of carer.
To lead on the resolution of complaints from service users and carers as per Trust policy.
To report and complete incident forms, lead on investigations and other governance processes as per Trust policy.
To write reports for coroners inquests, mental health tribunals and other legal processes as required.
To lead on and manage all HR processes within the team as per Trust policy and in conjunction with HR and the service manager
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
To be responsible for the on-going planning and development of the Op Courage North West team in line with the overall aims of both the North Collaborative and the Trust goals.
To be responsible for decision-making and professional advice on individual cases and the allocation of resources to meet individual assessed needs.
To be a source of clinical expertise and advice for the team in the execution of their duties.
To be able to provide practical support within the clinics where needed, and to maintain skill base.
To support the development of the carer forums within the triangle of carer.
To lead on the resolution of complaints from service users and carers as per Trust policy.
To report and complete incident forms, lead on investigations and other governance processes as per Trust policy.
To write reports for coroners inquests, mental health tribunals and other legal processes as required.
To lead on and manage all HR processes within the team as per Trust policy and in conjunction with HR and the service manager
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse OR Registered Mental Health Social Worker
- Educated to degree level or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Completion of Preparation for Mentorship qualification
- Short courses and experience to postgraduate diploma level
Desirable
Experince
Essential
- Substantial experience as a senior mental health practitioner within NHS
- Participation in Service development
- Able to demonstrate managerial experience or potential
- Working with multi-agency safeguarding procedures
Desirable
- Experience of working with military communities or evidence of understanding veterans communities.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage, motivate and supervise a professional MDT.
- Ability to ensure the team operates effectively as part of the wider mental health system in the north west
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse OR Registered Mental Health Social Worker
- Educated to degree level or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Completion of Preparation for Mentorship qualification
- Short courses and experience to postgraduate diploma level
Desirable
Experince
Essential
- Substantial experience as a senior mental health practitioner within NHS
- Participation in Service development
- Able to demonstrate managerial experience or potential
- Working with multi-agency safeguarding procedures
Desirable
- Experience of working with military communities or evidence of understanding veterans communities.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage, motivate and supervise a professional MDT.
- Ability to ensure the team operates effectively as part of the wider mental health system in the north west
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).
