Chief, Vulnerable Adults & Complex Care Pathways

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Head of Vulnerable Adults and Complex Pathways. You will provide strategic and operational leadership for vulnerable adults, mental health and complex care pathways across the Trust, driving service transformation and supporting the delivery of the Trust's Mental Health Strategy.

You will join a supportive senior leadership team and play a key role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care and

Qualifications

• Professional registration (NMC, HCPC, Social Work England or equivalent).
• Master's level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Significant senior leadership experience in healthcare, social care, safeguarding, mental health or complex care services.
• Proven track record of service transformation, quality improvement and partnership working.
• Experience of operational, workforce and financial management.
• Excellent leadership, communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction and policy setting for vulnerable adults, incorporating mental health services within UHD.
• Form an essential communications link between nursing, medical, and Allied Health Professionals (AHP) / Health Care Scientists teams and operational teams.

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic leadership

Healthcare leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Head of Vulnerable Adults and Complex Pathways. You will provide strategic and operational leadership for vulnerable adults, mental health and complex care pathways across the Trust, driving service transformation and supporting the delivery of the Trust's Mental Health Strategy.

You will join a supportive senior leadership team and play a key role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care and