Job responsibilities
Are you an experienced Nurse looking for their next challenge?
Were looking for a Service Manager with a passion for delivering high quality care to join our team at Cygnet Hollyhurst.
You will be working full time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Please note this role does carry the responsibility of on-call duties as and when required in support of the Service.
With us, youll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team. Enabling positive outcomes & recovery for ourservice usersits a challenging, satisfying vocation. So if you want to make a difference every day we want to hear from you.
Cygnet Hollyhurst:
Hollyhurst is a specialist residential service with nursing, supporting people with learning disabilities and complex needs in Darlington, County Durham. The specialist MDT led team support people who have additional mental or physical health needs and behaviours that may challenge.
The Opportunity:
Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, our Service Managers are responsible for providing strong and effective leadership to the onsite team in order to ensure the integrity of all functions within the service, to include; Clinical, Finance, HR, Recruitment and Support Services. You will be responsible for the overall day to day running and strategic direction of the service.
To be compliant with CQC / regulatory requirements and to ensure all clinical, budgetary, regulatory and service development targets are met. You will also implement risk assessment, risk management and embed clinical and operational governance within the service. To be responsible for the provision of a high-quality service, both in respect of client care and employee engagement.
Ensure effective bed management and coordination of referrals and assessments of service usersin conjunction with the Clinical Team.
In this role, you will also lead on appropriate investigations (as required), participate in audit requirements and ensure all group policies and procedures are adhered to. Reviewing and developing potential opportunities for improved quality and commercial growth is also a key requirement.
We are looking for someone who is...
- Managerial experience of leading a team withina mixed service
- A Nurse Qualification with valid pin RMN or RNLD
- The ability to work as part of a team; lead by example, manage performance effectively and use own initiative
- Experience of working to CQC guidelines, relevant legislation and professional regulations
- Experience undertaking investigations and/or the ability to manage complaints appropriately and in a confidential manner
- Desirable: Qualifications in Leadership & Management / Health & Social Care
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
- Strong career progression opportunities
- Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
- Expert supervision & peer support
- Pension scheme
- Blue Light Discount Scheme
- Simply Health Cash Plan
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Ready to make a positive change?
Please press the APPLY button below or for an informal discussion, contact Vicky on VickyLinstead@cygnethealth.co.uk
In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.