Job description
To assist the Manager and Deputy Manager in the effective and efficient management of mental health & addiction services by implementing all statutory and regulatory requirements, managing the budget and resources efficiently and supporting the Manager, Deputy Manager and staff team to achieve the organisational strategy. The Senior Project Worker will assist the Manager and Deputy Manager to promote and implement Recovery by using a strengths based person centred approach.
Responsibilities
* Support the Manager and Deputy Manager to organise the provision of support for service users including; staff rotas and the allocation of duties and key worker responsibilities.
* Support junior staff, liaise with colleagues and managers / other professional personnel to report and record progress or difficulties and in particular any issues of concern, unusual behaviour or deterioration in health.
* Attend, contribute to, and actively participate in handovers and team meetings and facilitate the meeting as required.
* In the absence of a Manager and Deputy Manager, deputise for the service by ensuring that the general duties, necessary reports and documentation are completed within the timeframes as required.
* Assist the Manager and Deputy Manager in the smooth running of the service and assume responsibility when requested by the Manager and/or Deputy Manager.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
* To be flexible in order to meet the needs of the service
* A full current driving licence and access to a car. Consideration will be given to alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence. Business Insurance is a requirement for this post.
* A Professional qualification for example;
* Professional Social Work Qualification and registered on the appropriate part of NISCC.
* First level registered Nurse on the appropriate part of nursing and midwifery council register.
* A qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC.
* AND;
* A minimum of 2 years’ experience of working in a health and social care setting.
* OR;
* Be educated to QCF/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a related subject for eg care plus a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a social care setting.
* Experience of liaising with statutory and other voluntary agencies.
* Have an understanding of managing monies.
* Have proven experience of motivating Services Users.
Further Information
12 Month Temporary Contract.