Job Description

Service Manager - Adults Mental Health, Complex needs

Are you a skilled Service Manager, seeking a new opportunity, a new challenge to make a difference to the life of vulnerable adults with mental health, complex needs?

Working for a reputable and established organisation who provide support and bespoke packages of care for adults with mental health, Autism, complex needs, we're seeking a Service Manager to manage and lead services across Cheshire. This award winning organisation is proud to be a complex care provider who support people across England and Wales.

The role:

• As a Service Manager you will lead and manage a team supporting individuals with mental health issues, for services in Macclesfield, Stoke and Crewe ensuring compliance within statutory regulations and organisational policies.
• Manage and develop a team of care professionals, fostering a positive and high-performance work environment.
• Implement and monitor service quality standards, ensuring excellent outcomes for each individual.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, external agencies, and stakeholders to facilitate seamless service provision.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to identify areas for improvement and implement appropriate action plans.
• Manage budgets, P & L, resources, and staffing levels effectively to meet service demands.
• Ensure all care plans and documentation are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with legal and organisational requirements.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and innovation within the team.

Key responsibilities and requirements:

• Proven experience in Adult Social Care management, with experience of working as a Service manager with adults with mental health and complex needs.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams effectively.
• Knowledge of and experience of dealing with budgets and P & L reports, together with reviewing and analysing appropriate data.
• Knowledge of and experience of supporting adults into services, supporting in community settings.
• Excellent performance management capabilities, including setting objectives, conducting appraisals, and managing staff development.
• Relevant qualifications with a minimum of Level 4 Health & Social Care.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Flexibility to work on a rota basis including day shifts 9-5, plus one late shift 2-10pm and occasional weekends.
• Be able to travel to services across Cheshire, car driver with access to own vehicle and flexible for on call duties.
• Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with multi disciplinary teams including commissioners and stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary between £37,000- £40,000 depending on experience and skills
• Car allowance of £2400
• Scope for career and professional development
• Induction, support and training opportunities
• On call allowance of £25
• Working for a collaborative and supportive organisaiton who promote wellbeing

Ready for your next career move? If so and this opportunity excites you and you meet the criteria please apply now!

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