Job summary
Are you passionate about transforming mental health services and making a tangible impact on peoples lives?
Liaison Care partners with ICBs and Local Authorities across England and Wales to deliver high-quality, innovative support. As a fast-growing specialist in health and care service management, we are proud of our strong reputation and commitment to excellence. We are now seeking an experienced Mental Health Manager to support our continued growth and leadership in this vital area.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an experienced Mental Health Manager to join our innovative Transformation team at Liaison Group. This is a fantastic opportunity to work remotely while leading complex clinical assessments, designing bespoke care packages, and shaping the future of community-based mental health care.
In this role, you will take the lead on conducting Section 117 aftercare assessments, ensuring the appropriate level of clinical and social support is in place for individuals transitioning from inpatient mental health services. You will work collaboratively with Local Authority partners and healthcare providers to redesign care packages and establish clear KPIs to monitor their effectiveness.
You will also play a key role in preventing hospital readmissions by creating tailored support plans backed by strong clinical evidence ensuring every recommendation can stand up to review or appeal.
pert clinical input throughout the assessment, care planning, and ongoing monitoring process to ensure high-quality, needs-led support.
About us
Liaison Care, part of Liaison Group, works in partnership with continuing healthcare and social care teams to create independent, standardised pathways that improve service delivery and reduce backlogs.
We provide expert support, guidance, and comprehensive management reporting, offering actionable insights. Our continuing healthcare experts assist NHS organisations and Local Authorities in discovering innovative ways to achieve savings while ensuring optimal care, support, and resources for better patient outcomes.
Our team, comprised primarily of experts in social care and continuing healthcare, is rapidly growing and is recognized for delivering exceptional support to Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), organisations, and patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure all relevant documentation is gathered and shared with appropriate stakeholders in advance.
- Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments with individuals, their representatives, care providers, and Local Authority staff as needed.
- Assess individual requirements based on clinical records, medication history, care plans, daily living activities, and discussions with providers.
- Offer expert clinical input throughout the assessment, care planning, and ongoing monitoring process to ensure high-quality, needs-led support.
- Reassess current Section 117 cases to confirm continued eligibility and that care packages are aligned with needs and allocated resources.
- Make informed recommendations on eligibility and the appropriate level of care, incorporating input from Local Authority representatives.
- Finalise all assessment paperwork to a high standard, ensuring Local Authority comments are accurately reflected and incorporated.
- Ensure care plans are promptly updated to reflect the outcomes and recommendations of the assessment process.
- Prepare clear, evidence-based recommendations for the Integrated Care Board (ICB) to inform commissioning decisions.
- Provide clear information and compassionate support to individuals and their families throughout the assessment journey.
- Supply robust, evidence-based documentation in the event of complaints or appeals.
- Work closely with other health and social care professionals to ensure a joined-up, person-centred approach to care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure all relevant documentation is gathered and shared with appropriate stakeholders in advance.
- Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments with individuals, their representatives, care providers, and Local Authority staff as needed.
- Assess individual requirements based on clinical records, medication history, care plans, daily living activities, and discussions with providers.
- Offer expert clinical input throughout the assessment, care planning, and ongoing monitoring process to ensure high-quality, needs-led support.
- Reassess current Section 117 cases to confirm continued eligibility and that care packages are aligned with needs and allocated resources.
- Make informed recommendations on eligibility and the appropriate level of care, incorporating input from Local Authority representatives.
- Finalise all assessment paperwork to a high standard, ensuring Local Authority comments are accurately reflected and incorporated.
- Ensure care plans are promptly updated to reflect the outcomes and recommendations of the assessment process.
- Prepare clear, evidence-based recommendations for the Integrated Care Board (ICB) to inform commissioning decisions.
- Provide clear information and compassionate support to individuals and their families throughout the assessment journey.
- Supply robust, evidence-based documentation in the event of complaints or appeals.
- Work closely with other health and social care professionals to ensure a joined-up, person-centred approach to care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified to degree level
Experience
Essential
- Mental Health Manager with experience in S117 Assessment.
- Experience in redesigning complex package of care to meet clinical and social care needs.
- Experience in conducting mental health assessments
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Skilled in managing complex assessments
- Proven ability to build positive relationships with partner organisations
- Experience working with individuals and families
Desirable
- Experience of remote assessments.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified to degree level
Experience
Essential
- Mental Health Manager with experience in S117 Assessment.
- Experience in redesigning complex package of care to meet clinical and social care needs.
- Experience in conducting mental health assessments
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Skilled in managing complex assessments
- Proven ability to build positive relationships with partner organisations
- Experience working with individuals and families
Desirable
- Experience of remote assessments.
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).
