Job summary
Options for Care are looking to recruit Deputy Managers across our new hospital unit, Stanford Court.
Stanford Court will be a 20-bed male mental health inpatient unit based in Balsall Heath, Birmingham. This will consist of a 15 bed enhanced care service and, contained within the building but outside the main service, five self-contained recovery flats to enable assessment skills in preparation for discharge.
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic mental health nurse who are able to work as part of the management team to deliver our mission, vision and values. You must be willing and confident to supervise and develop colleagues allowing them to deliver the best clinical services possible.
Benefits:
- £3000 welcome bonus (upon successful completion of probationary period)
- Shift Enhancements include 20% nights and 40% weekends
- In addition to an annual pay review, Options for Care benefits from an incremental pay pathway linked to the appraisal process. The first of these is awarded following successful completion of a six-month probation period
- Sick Pay
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will have at least two years
post-registration experience. You must have excellent interpersonal skills,
with the ability to communicate effectively and document accurately. You must
be able to provide clinical leadership and assist the Registered Manager team
in the overall management of the service. You must have knowledge of mental
health recovery and assessment tools and be confident in supporting complex
physical health needs and interventions. You will also be required to take part
in the on-call duty management rota and you will receive remuneration for
this.
We are continually developing and evolving our care pathway
and use best practice outcome measures and assessment tools. Despite the
continued pandemic and significantly increased challenges, we maintain
relationship-centred, best practice interventions, supporting people to improve
their quality of life. They continue to work towards their personal goals
whilst we maintain least restrictive principles.
About us
Options for Care have continually and successfully weathered the storm of COVID-19 alongside our health and social care colleagues. We recognise the value of our CQC-rated Good and Outstanding services lies in our exceptional and committed staff. We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff and for this reason, everyone has an individual wellbeing risk assessment followed by a personalised support plan. This ensures their continued wellbeing and attendance at work.
In addition to an annual cost of living pay increase, Options for Care benefits from an incremental pay pathway linked to the appraisal process. The first of these pay rises is awarded following successful completion of a six-month probation period.
Staff development, support and supervision are in place alongside staff health benefits making Options for Care a welcoming and positive place to work. Management supervision will be provided by the Registered Manager.
If you are interested in applying for the role, or if you require further information regarding the position or an informal discussion, please contact:
- Almas Birch, HR Assistant, on 07946 866 540, or
- Matthew Lockley, Registered Manager, on 0121 523 5573.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note; as Stanford Court is yet to open, you will be placed on an interim basis at one of our existing inpatient units, Dartmouth House, 70-72 Handsworth Wood Road, Handsworth Wood B20 2DT or Montague Court, 2 Montague Road, Edgbaston B16 9HR.
The post-holder will be required to assist the
manager in the provision of clinical leadership and management. They will be a
clinical role model within a multidisciplinary team supervising and supporting
provision of quality, person-centred care for service users with mental health
needs and their carers. The post-holder must understand and implement the
mission, vision and values of the organisation.
The post holder will:
-
Ensure care delivery meets and addresses the issues of spirituality,
equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation
in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.
-
Act as a role model for others, and in a manner which positively
reflects the values of the organisation and in a way which will ensure that
effective communication pathways exist with internal and external stakeholders
aimed at developing current models of care.
-
Clinically lead the team, and liaise with external agencies, in the
assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for the service
users and ensuring that all staff within the area have a working knowledge of
local, national policies and legislation which govern current service
provision.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note; as Stanford Court is yet to open, you will be placed on an interim basis at one of our existing inpatient units, Dartmouth House, 70-72 Handsworth Wood Road, Handsworth Wood B20 2DT or Montague Court, 2 Montague Road, Edgbaston B16 9HR.
The post-holder will be required to assist the
manager in the provision of clinical leadership and management. They will be a
clinical role model within a multidisciplinary team supervising and supporting
provision of quality, person-centred care for service users with mental health
needs and their carers. The post-holder must understand and implement the
mission, vision and values of the organisation.
The post holder will:
-
Ensure care delivery meets and addresses the issues of spirituality,
equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation
in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.
-
Act as a role model for others, and in a manner which positively
reflects the values of the organisation and in a way which will ensure that
effective communication pathways exist with internal and external stakeholders
aimed at developing current models of care.
-
Clinically lead the team, and liaise with external agencies, in the
assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for the service
users and ensuring that all staff within the area have a working knowledge of
local, national policies and legislation which govern current service
provision.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse (part 3 or 13).
- Evidence of appropriate post-graduate learning.
Desirable
- Experience in similar care setting.
- Qualification in management or clinical leadership.
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years experience at Band 5.
- Working Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and 2007 amendments.
- Significant experience of risk assessment and the care planning process.
- Working knowledge of the safeguarding process and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Thorough understanding of care needs of vulnerable adults, specifically those with complex needs.
- Understanding of responsibilities under the Care programme.
- Approach, Clinical Governance and Child Protection Legislation.
Desirable
- At least 6 months experience within a mental health rehabilitative environment.
- Demonstration of understanding of CQC regulations.
- Experience of managing and supervising a staff team.
- Professional leadership, especially professional development and supervision and appraisal.
- Evidence of the ability to challenge and change practice and leading and managing employees and services through change.
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate, excellent oral and written communication skills. Active Listening skills.
- Supervisory/Leadership skills.
- Problem solving skills and information handling skills.
Desirable
- Line management.
- Supervision both clinical and managerial.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible, Personal Integrity.
- Meet the requirements of an appropriate person to manage these services under the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014: Regulation 7.
- Flexible and adaptable working practice with a pro-active approach to problem solving.
- Approachable, helpful and encouraging with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Motivated to improve performance and make a difference to others health & quality of life.
- Empowering others, Striving to facilitate others contributions sharing leadership, nurturing capability and long term development of others.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse (part 3 or 13).
- Evidence of appropriate post-graduate learning.
Desirable
- Experience in similar care setting.
- Qualification in management or clinical leadership.
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years experience at Band 5.
- Working Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and 2007 amendments.
- Significant experience of risk assessment and the care planning process.
- Working knowledge of the safeguarding process and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Thorough understanding of care needs of vulnerable adults, specifically those with complex needs.
- Understanding of responsibilities under the Care programme.
- Approach, Clinical Governance and Child Protection Legislation.
Desirable
- At least 6 months experience within a mental health rehabilitative environment.
- Demonstration of understanding of CQC regulations.
- Experience of managing and supervising a staff team.
- Professional leadership, especially professional development and supervision and appraisal.
- Evidence of the ability to challenge and change practice and leading and managing employees and services through change.
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate, excellent oral and written communication skills. Active Listening skills.
- Supervisory/Leadership skills.
- Problem solving skills and information handling skills.
Desirable
- Line management.
- Supervision both clinical and managerial.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible, Personal Integrity.
- Meet the requirements of an appropriate person to manage these services under the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014: Regulation 7.
- Flexible and adaptable working practice with a pro-active approach to problem solving.
- Approachable, helpful and encouraging with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Motivated to improve performance and make a difference to others health & quality of life.
- Empowering others, Striving to facilitate others contributions sharing leadership, nurturing capability and long term development of others.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
