Head of Mental Health Services

Orchard Care Homes; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes is seeking a Head of Mental Health Services to lead their mental health strategy across care homes in Harrogate. The role involves developing programs, providing clinical oversight, and ensuring compliance with regulations, aimed at delivering high-quality mental health care to residents.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Excellent training and career progression opportunities

Access to Blue Light Discount Card & App

24/7 Employee Support Hub

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with a nursing degree.
• Proven experience in a senior mental health role.
• Ongoing professional development in mental health initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mental health strategy.
• Provide clinical oversight and support to the Mental Health Team.
• Ensure compliance with mental health regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Mental Health Care

Collaboration

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Job Description:

Job information Head of Mental Health Services from the company Orchard Care Homes. This latest Head of Mental Health Services job vacancy is located in Harrogate HG RE, United Kingdom. The position is open to candidates with the latest education/graduate level GCSE. Job vacancies in the Administration field have been published up to the specified date.

Job Responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Mental Health Nurse to develop, lead, implement, and drive our mental health strategy across our care home group. The Head of Mental Health Services will support the Quality Team to deliver continuous improvement in standards, analyze incidents, and provide support, advice, and solutions to the Operational Team in managing residents with mental health difficulties. This role involves effective partnership working with the wider Quality and Operations Teams, ensuring the highest standards of mental health care for our residents.

Key Duties:

1. Develop and implement a comprehensive mental health strategy aligned with Orchard Care Homes' values and goals.
2. Develop and implement a mental health first aider program across the portfolio.
3. Design and deliver training programs to enhance staff skills in mental health care.
4. Oversee governance of mental health services, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
5. Provide clinical oversight and review of referrals involving mental health issues.
6. Ensure safe admissions into our homes.
7. Provide leadership and support to the Mental Health Team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
8. Remain a subject matter expert in current mental health best practices and standards.
9. Work in accordance with legal and ethical requirements such as the Mental Health Act, NICE guidelines, and others.
10. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure holistic care.
11. Offer wellbeing interventions, advice, and support to residents with mental health difficulties.
12. Respond to mental health crises, liaising effectively with stakeholders.
13. Monitor and evaluate mental health services, implementing improvements as needed.
14. Manage mental health care documentation to meet legislation and support holistic care.
15. Support RCA reporting and follow-up actions.
16. Liaise with external agencies like regulators and safeguarding teams.

Qualifications and Training:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse, ideally with a nursing degree.
• Proven experience in a senior mental health role, preferably in an older people's care setting.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development related to current mental health initiatives.
• Experience or qualification in Positive Behavior Support or similar is desirable.
• Understanding of the UK regulatory framework and experience working with regulators and safeguarding teams.

What We Offer:

• Salary of £54,600 per annum plus £4,200 car allowance.
• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Excellent training and career progression opportunities from day one.
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony.
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card & App.
• 24/7 Employee Support Hub for confidential support.

About Orchard Care Homes: Orchard Care Homes operates 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to community involvement and delivering compassionate care. All our care homes have been rated 'Good' by CQC.