Job summary
We are seeking an experienced clinician from the field of Learning Disabilities or Mental Health to join the s117 Aftercare and Specialist Placement Quality Team.
The right person will have an understanding of the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act and how these influence s117 aftercare.
You will lead a team of clinicians to support the funding processes, and then undertake statutory reviews and assurance visits.
You will need to be be able to manage complex clinical and operational information including around finances and package management.
You will have a keen view on quality assurance and be committed to effecting change
Main duties of the job
The post holder is part of the s117 Aftercare and Specialist Placement Quality Leadership Team and will bring relevanthigh level of knowledge, skills and experience to the team supporting the delivery of assurance regarding safe, effective, quality services for this cohort of people experiencing issues with mental health, learning disability and / or autism, often with a dual diagnosis..
Providing clinical advice at a higher specialist level and take a leadership role.
To support and undertake work aligned to the strategic developments of service quality, market engagement and contract development and monitoring including auditing. The post holder will contribute to the development of quality reporting, data analysis and strategic planning for robust safe systems of delivery.
The post holder may be required to support case management issues of complex clinical needs of patients, working in a fair and transparent manner.
The post holder may be required to undertake reviews of s117 aftercare or hospital placements, giving assurances regarding the services ability to meet the clinical needs of the individual, and the service meets quality standards.
To actively engage with colleagues working within other workstreams including, commissioning colleagues, the LDA programme agenda ( and those within commissioned services
Support and undertake supervision for a small team of clinical staff, facilitating training and development needs when required
About us
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
please see JD form additional information
This role is within the MHLDA Team within the MHPC (Mental Health Provider Collaborative), bringing a high level of clinical knowledge, skills and experience to the team in order to support the delivery of assurance regarding safe, effective, quality services for this cohort.
Providing clinical advice at a higher specialist level and take a senior leadership role.
To support and undertake work aligned to the strategic developments of service quality, market engagement and contract development and monitoring including auditing. The post holder will contribute to the development of quality reporting, data analysis and strategic planning for robust safe systems of delivery.
The post holder may be required to support case management issues of complex clinical needs of patients, working in a fair and transparent manner.
The post holder may be required to undertake reviews of aftercare or hospital placements, giving assurances regarding the services ability to meet the clinical needs of the individual, and the service meets quality standards.
To participate with colleagues in the LDA programme agenda (formerly Transforming care), which may include the attendance at CTRs, LAEPs and Dynamic Support Registers meetings as well as participating in LeDeR reviews
Support and undertake supervision for a small team of clinical staff, facilitating training and development needs when required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
please see JD form additional information
This role is within the MHLDA Team within the MHPC (Mental Health Provider Collaborative), bringing a high level of clinical knowledge, skills and experience to the team in order to support the delivery of assurance regarding safe, effective, quality services for this cohort.
Providing clinical advice at a higher specialist level and take a senior leadership role.
To support and undertake work aligned to the strategic developments of service quality, market engagement and contract development and monitoring including auditing. The post holder will contribute to the development of quality reporting, data analysis and strategic planning for robust safe systems of delivery.
The post holder may be required to support case management issues of complex clinical needs of patients, working in a fair and transparent manner.
The post holder may be required to undertake reviews of aftercare or hospital placements, giving assurances regarding the services ability to meet the clinical needs of the individual, and the service meets quality standards.
To participate with colleagues in the LDA programme agenda (formerly Transforming care), which may include the attendance at CTRs, LAEPs and Dynamic Support Registers meetings as well as participating in LeDeR reviews
Support and undertake supervision for a small team of clinical staff, facilitating training and development needs when required.
Person Specification
via application form
Essential
- A valid professional qualification Eg RMN/ RNLD/HCPC / SW
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
- Evidence of significant experience as a qualified Nurse/clinician within Mental Health/ Learning Disability settings.
- Knowledge and experience of the Assessment and funding processes including, s117 and Who Pays
- Experience of monitoring quality issues through the use of audit
- Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales
Desirable
- An understanding of CHC, DST, Risk assessments, Appeals and Personal Health Budgets
- Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement
Person Specification
via application form
Essential
- A valid professional qualification Eg RMN/ RNLD/HCPC / SW
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
- Evidence of significant experience as a qualified Nurse/clinician within Mental Health/ Learning Disability settings.
- Knowledge and experience of the Assessment and funding processes including, s117 and Who Pays
- Experience of monitoring quality issues through the use of audit
- Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales
Desirable
- An understanding of CHC, DST, Risk assessments, Appeals and Personal Health Budgets
- Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement
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).
