Registered Manager (Mental Health)
Location: Belfast
Salary: £47,000
Join a dedicated and compassionate team working to deliver exceptional care in a supportive and rewarding environment. This exciting new opportunity is based at a soon-to-open mental health inpatient facility, designed to provide assessment, treatment, and therapeutic support to those in need.
As a Registered Manager (Mental Health), you will play a pivotal role in leading a committed team and delivering high-quality care. This position offers opportunities for career growth, alongside the satisfaction of positively impacting lives. The home will have maximum of 15 service users.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Management
* Oversee the day-to-day operations of the inpatient facility.
* Inspire and lead a team to provide outstanding care.
* Develop and maintain policies in line with mental health legislation.
Clinical Expertise
* Offer expert guidance on mental health care practices.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal standards.
* Train and support staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.
Patient Care
* Deliver personalised, compassionate, and effective care.
* Regularly review and adapt patient care plans to achieve the best outcomes.
* Foster a therapeutic and recovery-focused environment.
Operational Excellence
* Manage budgets and resources effectively.
* Conduct audits and implement quality assurance measures.
* Collaborate with external stakeholders to enhance patient care pathways.
Regulatory Compliance
* Stay informed about changes in mental health legislation.
* Ensure all staff comply with relevant laws and regulations.
Essential Criteria
* Registered Manager, Nurse, or Social Worker with a Level 5 or NVQ in Residential Management.
* Significant experience managing complex mental health needs in a similar setting.
* Strong knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act .
* Leadership experience, including clinical supervision.
* Skilled in creating and managing care plans and risk assessments.
* Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with challenging patient groups.
* Proficient in English and computer literacy.
* Flexible and willing to meet the evolving needs of the role.
* Right to work in the UK.
Desirable Criteria
* Valid NMC registration.
* Previous experience in a mental health management role within a care setting.
* Completion of a Leadership or Management Programme.
Benefits
This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Joining a supportive, award-winning team.
* Paid induction and ongoing training opportunities.
* Flexible shift patterns to support work-life balance.
* Career development pathways.
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
* Discounts and wellness initiatives.
* Free parking and uniforms.*
* Referral incentives.*
If you are a compassionate leader with the expertise to make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you.
Contact Samantha Hughes on or email samantha.hughes @ vanrath.com