Project Manager

Creative Support; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organization is looking for a passionate Project Manager to oversee a recovery-focused mental health supported accommodation service in Wigan. This role involves leading support delivery, supervising staff, and providing tailored services for adults with mental health needs. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, risk management abilities, and hands-on experience in the mental health sector. Along with a competitive salary, the position offers generous leave and benefits.

Benefits

Probationary bonus

Pension contributions

33 days leave

Company-paid enhanced DBS

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with mental health needs and substance misuse.
• Skills in assessment and support planning.
• Ability to role model and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead support delivery to adults with mental health needs.
• Supervise and mentor staff.
• Deliver person-centred services tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Communication

Risk Management

Support Planning

IT Literacy

Mentorship

Job description

We are recruiting a person-centred, passionate, and motivated Project Manager to lead our recovery-focused mental health supported accommodation service in Wigan.

The Project Manager will be responsible for leading support delivery to adults with mental health needs, supporting their recovery, and enabling greater independence.

You will work closely with other professionals and supervise and mentor staff. Your role will involve delivering consistent, person-centred services tailored to individual needs and preferences.

Requirements include experience and knowledge of working with individuals with mental health needs and substance misuse, assessment and support planning skills, risk management, staff deployment, and excellent communication skills. IT literacy and a hands-on approach are essential, along with the ability to role model and mentor staff.

We value excellent customer care, proactive stakeholder communication regarding risk and welfare, and a strong ethical duty of care. Safeguarding vulnerable individuals is crucial.

We welcome informal meetings or telephone discussions. Please contact Colette Leigh, Director, via email or phone to discuss this rewarding role.

Creative Support is a not-for-profit organization providing high-quality, person-centred support to people with disabilities, mental health needs, and dementia, promoting independence and community engagement.

Vacancy Reference Number: 77861. Applications must be submitted through the Creative Support website using this reference number.

Benefits include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days leave, and company-paid enhanced DBS.

We are an inclusive, anti-racist organization, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer, and recent Investors in People Gold award recipient.

Applications are reviewed as received; we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK are considered.