Job summary
Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? Do you want to be part of a service & help shape the future of the Complex Care Mental Health Service?
We currently looking for a Ward Manager for our Mental Health Rehab Unit in Dorchester.
The Glendinning Unit is a 9 bedded, mixed gender community rehab unit set on the Maiden Castle site within walking distance to the town centre . The unit supports people who have chronic & disabling mental health problems that may be treatment resistant, often providing a stepping stone for those who have previously spent long periods in hospital.
The inpatient team work closely with our Community Rehab Teams to provide a seamless transition from inpatient into the community, ensuring the patient is supported through their recovery journey. Staff work hard to facilitate further recovery, that can include supporting self-medication, gaining skills for more independent living such as cooking, shopping, budgeting & supporting individuals to access community activities.
This role requires a registered professional who is motivated, driven and passionate about developing & leading an outstanding service for the individuals we serve.
This post will require any candidate to have a professional qualification and registration with a recognised UK governing body - please see job description and person specification for further information
If you want to be part of this dynamic, forward thinking service, we would keen to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Day-to-day management and leadership of a clinical team
Be responsible for the successful and effective partnership working with inpatient staff and community staff.
Be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high quality person centred services with a focus on integrated care which always considers people's safety, privacy and dignity.
To act as a champion for clinical standards and for continuous improvement in the service user experience.
Contribute to the planning and design of services in line with Trust, locality and government objectives to meet the needs of local people
To ensure the delivery of up to date evidence based practice.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Person Specification
Professional registration and qualifications
Essential
- Must be a registered Practitioner ie registered mental health nurse, Occupational Therapist or other Allied Health Professional, Social Work)
- Must have professional UK registration ie NMC, HCPC
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent level of highly developed specialist knowledge and experience
- Experience of Teaching and Assessing In Clinical Practice
Experience
Essential
- 12months minimum experience within a mental health role at band 6 or similar, or demonstrate transferable experience
- Able to demonstrate specialist knowledge in clinical assessment, treatment and care for people's mental health
- A robust understanding of the function of mental health rehabilitation
- Demonstrable knowledge of legislation relevant to area of practice
- Evidence of proactive involvement in supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience in a leadership role
Knowledge, Skills and Expertise
Essential
- Evidence of risk management skills and experience
- Able to demonstrate innovative practice and to manage and lead change
- Able to promote the best use of available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment
- Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
Personal Attributes and Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively at different levels of an organisation in both verbal and written form, for example with staff, patients, visitors or external organisations in the exchange of very highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, which will require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills.
- Evidence of skills in diplomacy, negotiation and influencing
- Ability to evaluate care leading to improvement in quality standards an service improvement
- Inquisitive and eager to learn.
- Evidence of seeking ways to improve self and others. Ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy for self, colleagues, and service users
Person Specification
Professional registration and qualifications
Essential
- Must be a registered Practitioner ie registered mental health nurse, Occupational Therapist or other Allied Health Professional, Social Work)
- Must have professional UK registration ie NMC, HCPC
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent level of highly developed specialist knowledge and experience
- Experience of Teaching and Assessing In Clinical Practice
Experience
Essential
- 12months minimum experience within a mental health role at band 6 or similar, or demonstrate transferable experience
- Able to demonstrate specialist knowledge in clinical assessment, treatment and care for people's mental health
- A robust understanding of the function of mental health rehabilitation
- Demonstrable knowledge of legislation relevant to area of practice
- Evidence of proactive involvement in supervision and development of members of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience in a leadership role
Knowledge, Skills and Expertise
Essential
- Evidence of risk management skills and experience
- Able to demonstrate innovative practice and to manage and lead change
- Able to promote the best use of available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment
- Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
Personal Attributes and Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively at different levels of an organisation in both verbal and written form, for example with staff, patients, visitors or external organisations in the exchange of very highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, which will require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills.
- Evidence of skills in diplomacy, negotiation and influencing
- Ability to evaluate care leading to improvement in quality standards an service improvement
- Inquisitive and eager to learn.
- Evidence of seeking ways to improve self and others. Ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy for self, colleagues, and service users
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
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
