Job summary
We are looking for a an enthusiastic, innovative ,exceptional nurse leader to take up the position of Day Service Manager in Mental Health Services for Older People.
We require someone who is an expert clinician and passionate about working with older people with a complex dementia and/ or unstable mental health.
The model for day services continues to evolve and develop and this post will responsible for both the Assessment and Recovery Unit (ARU) in Llandough Hospital and in joint partnership with Local Authority in Grand Avenue, Ely which is a specialist dementia day service provision.
The Day Service Manager will lead and manage the nursing team in developing and overseeing the maintenance of high standards of clinical care and assuring effective assessment and treatment clinical pathways in partnership with the multidisciplinary team.They will assist the service in embedding a full range of psychosocial interventions and provide a safe, compassionate,creative service focused on the recovery ethos.
They will build on the developments and innovations that have already taken place and will, working alongside service users, carers, MDT colleagues, MHSOP management and 3rd sector agencies, continue to shape the design of day services.
Main duties of the job
You will be able to evidence skills in team working, leadership, mentorship and decision making. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills and be a confident and competent practitioner with specialist psychological skills.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Professional knowledge acquired through degree supplemented by post graduate diploma specialist training, experience, short courses plus further specialist training to Masters equivalent level
Desirable
- Evidence of post basic education in subjects relevant to specialty.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant post registration experience.
- Previous experience in the effective and positive management of complex and high risk cases.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to multi-disciplinary team working.
- Evidence of staff management
Desirable
- Service development involvement.
- Experience of staff management
SKILLS
Essential
- Able to manage, supervise and direct a multi-disciplinary team and support staff as appropriate.
- Able to prioritise workload and manage team capacity according to demand.
- Able to demonstrate the ability to communicate both in writing and orally, complex matters clearly and concisely, using appropriate methods to a wide spectrum of people including staff and service users.
- Working knowledge of the appropriate legislative frameworks
- To demonstrate a flexible, adaptable attitude towards work, particularly with regard to being able to meet complex and disparate client needs flexibly while maintaining appropriate standards and boundaries
- Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the post in a timely manner
Desirable
- Demonstrate ability to manage a team
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE
Desirable
- Working knowledge of specialty
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Professional knowledge acquired through degree supplemented by post graduate diploma specialist training, experience, short courses plus further specialist training to Masters equivalent level
Desirable
- Evidence of post basic education in subjects relevant to specialty.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant post registration experience.
- Previous experience in the effective and positive management of complex and high risk cases.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to multi-disciplinary team working.
- Evidence of staff management
Desirable
- Service development involvement.
- Experience of staff management
SKILLS
Essential
- Able to manage, supervise and direct a multi-disciplinary team and support staff as appropriate.
- Able to prioritise workload and manage team capacity according to demand.
- Able to demonstrate the ability to communicate both in writing and orally, complex matters clearly and concisely, using appropriate methods to a wide spectrum of people including staff and service users.
- Working knowledge of the appropriate legislative frameworks
- To demonstrate a flexible, adaptable attitude towards work, particularly with regard to being able to meet complex and disparate client needs flexibly while maintaining appropriate standards and boundaries
- Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the post in a timely manner
Desirable
- Demonstrate ability to manage a team
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE
Desirable
- Working knowledge of specialty
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).
