Mental Health Service Manager - County wide
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Lead and improve mental health services, ensuring high-quality care for individuals.
Join [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk], a friendly and inclusive workplace focused on community wellbeing.
Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
Make a real difference in people's lives while leading vital mental health services.
Social Work or Occupational Therapy qualification with experience in adult care management.
Commitment to inclusion and safeguarding, with a focus on positive working relationships.
Mental Health Service Manager - County wide
We are looking for a passionate and experienced leader to join our Adult Social Care directorate as Service Manager for the Mental Health Service in Wholelife Pathways. This is a vital role where you will make a real difference to people's lives by ensuring services are delivered to the highest standards and in line with our values of choice, independence, and safeguarding.
You will lead key services, including Mental Health operations, the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (soon to be Liberty Protection Safeguards), Approved Mental Health Practitioners Hub, and the Emergency Duty Service. Working closely with the Head of Service and Director, you will drive continual improvement and embed a strengths-based approach that empowers individuals.
We are looking for someone with a recognised Social Work or Occupational Therapy qualification and professional registration, who brings proven experience of managing adult care services in a complex organisation. You will be confident working in a political environment, building strong partnerships across health, social care, and the voluntary sector, and ensuring compliance with statutory duties, including the Mental Health Act.
If you are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and want to lead services that truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Why us? [Employer hidden] is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.
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[Employer hidden] is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work environment, fostering positive relationships among staff. With a strong commitment to employee growth and development, the council offers numerous opportunities for professional advancement while ensuring that services are delivered with compassion and integrity. Located in a vibrant community, working here means being part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals across the county.