Job summary The National Learning Disability & Autism Programme, has resulted in changes in the way care is managed and funded for people with a learning disability and / or autism. We are recruiting for a committed Clinical Quality Assurance Manager with experience of working within the field of Mental Health, Learning Disability or Autism to work primarily within the admission avoidance / Care and Treatment Review pathway. Working collaboratively with citywide partners the post holder will ensure that citizens are supported safely in the community wherever possible, rather than admitted to specialist hospital. Where admission to specialist hospital is required the post holder will ensure this is outcome focussed and appropriate, that that alternatives have been considered, and that discharges are proactively planned and timely. Main duties of the job The post holder will be an experienced clinician or practitioner working within the mental health, learning disability and autism team (MHLDA) within the Birmingham and Solihull MH&LDA Provider Collaborative The post holder will be expected to work alongside senior clinical leads and colleagues to coordinate and undertake / chair / lead a range of clinical meetings including LAEPs, CETR's, CTRs, and Dynamic Support Register meetings with partner organisations. There is an expectation that clinical records and reports will be contemporaneous and accurate. The post holder will require specialist clinical knowledge of the health needs of people with learning disabilities, autism and/ or mental health as well as local and national priorities across health services and the impact of these on people with learning disabilities and autism with or without mental health needs. An understanding of health and social care systems within the Birmingham and Solihull locality would also be beneficial. The successful candidates will also have highly developed reporting and analysis skills and be confident with having outcome focussed and collaborative conversations with a variety of stakeholders to promote patient outcomes and system challenge, working with both NHS and non NHS providers and Local Authorities. Care reviews are being undertaken both virtually and in person, so an ability to travel is essential. About us Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation. Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you. Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number 436-6534780-A Job locations Uffculme Centre Birmingham B17 8QY Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. This role gives the opportunity for hybrid working and you will typically be asked to work in a hybrid way, working from your home and also from Trust HQ The Uffculme Centre, or any other agreed site. Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. This role gives the opportunity for hybrid working and you will typically be asked to work in a hybrid way, working from your home and also from Trust HQ The Uffculme Centre, or any other agreed site. Person Specification Education / Training / Qualifications Essential Educated to Masters degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area. RMN/ RNLD/HCPC- Significant experience as a qualified Nurse/clinician within Mental health/ Learning Disability settings. Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes. Knowledge and experience of the Assessment and funding processes including, - CHC, DST, Risk assessments, Appeals and Personal Health Budgets, 117 and Transforming Care. Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures. Demonstrated experience in a Healthcare environment. Desirable Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement. Skills / Abilities Essential Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at Senior level. Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required. Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long- term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly. Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change. Putting the long-term health, social care and well-being needs of the population first ("system first"). Desirable Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures. Mobility Essential Ability to travel across sites as required. Person Specification Education / Training / Qualifications Essential Educated to Masters degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area. RMN/ RNLD/HCPC- Significant experience as a qualified Nurse/clinician within Mental health/ Learning Disability settings. Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes. Knowledge and experience of the Assessment and funding processes including, - CHC, DST, Risk assessments, Appeals and Personal Health Budgets, 117 and Transforming Care. Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures. Demonstrated experience in a Healthcare environment. Desirable Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement. Skills / Abilities Essential Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at Senior level. Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required. Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long- term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly. Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change. Putting the long-term health, social care and well-being needs of the population first ("system first"). Desirable Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures. Mobility Essential Ability to travel across sites as required. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Uffculme Centre Birmingham B17 8QY Employer's website https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)