Ashurst, Southampton, Hampshire, England
SO40
We're looking for a Deputy Home Manager with a passion for delivering high quality care.
Oakhurst Lodge is an 8 bed specialist residential service for adults with autism and who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.
The home is located on the outskirts of the New Forest in a community setting between Southampton and Lyndhurst. Within the service we have a number of communal areas including lounges, dining room, spacious kitchen and an activity room, in addition, each individual has their own en-suite bedrooms.
Your Day-to-Day...
* Ensure the team provides safe, sound & supportive care to the people they support
* Be a role model to your team & provide effective leadership & management
* Work with multi-disciplinary teams, family members, local authorities & regulatory bodies to deliver a high-quality service & promote a positive culture
* Meet quality targets to ensure the service is providing the best support & care possible.
We are looking for someone who is...
* NVQ L3 in Health and Social Care
* A talented leader with strong line management & communication skills
* Experienced within a mental health setting & a multidisciplinary team
* An effective people, time & task manager with a proven track record of working with varied stakeholders in the delivery of outstanding care.
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...
* An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
* Expert supervision & support
* Employee referral scheme
* Free Health Cash plan
* 24 hours free GP support line
* Free life assurance cover
* Free eye tests
* Car lease discounts
* Discounted gym membership
* Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover
* Pension scheme
* Employee NHS - discount savings & 'Cycle to Work' scheme
* Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
Ready to make a positive change? Please click on the 'apply now' link below or send your CV to Apply.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr