Mental Health Service Manager — Flexible Working

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a full-time Mental Health Service Manager to oversee the operational management of Mental Health Acute and Urgent Care services. The ideal candidate will have a recognized core Mental Health Professional qualification and experience in managing teams to ensure quality patient care. This role emphasizes strong leadership and supporting patient flow across the Bay locality, with options to be based in various locations including Lancaster.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Positive work/life balance

Qualifications

• Recognised Core Mental Health Professional Qualification is mandatory.
• Experience of operational team management is essential.
• Detailed understanding of healthcare services and performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operational management of Mental Health Acute and Urgent Care services.
• Lead and manage teams to ensure high quality care.
• Focus on patient flow and oversee change across the Bay locality.

Skills

IT literate with well‑developed skills for the use and application of information technology systems

Well‑developed analytical & problem solving skills

Proven ability to achieve targets and objectives within a demanding and pressured environment

Education

Recognised Core Mental Health Professional Qualification (e.g. RMN, SW, OT)

Participation in continuing professional development

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a full-time Mental Health Service Manager to oversee the operational management of Mental Health Acute and Urgent Care services. The ideal candidate will have a recognized core Mental Health Professional qualification and experience in managing teams to ensure quality patient care. This role emphasizes strong leadership and supporting patient flow across the Bay locality, with options to be based in various locations including Lancaster.