Vanrath are pleased to be recruiting for a Regional Support Manager (RSM) in the Belfast area. What's in it for you? Full time hours Salary £60,471 Number of great benefits - Pension plan/ Employee Development Programmes, Employee Recognition Scheme and much more Purpose of the role To provide support to the operations team managing homes which may be without a permanent Home Manager, or where the existing Home Manager requires additional support or mentorship in the management and leadership of their service to ensure compliance with Care Standards and company policies & procedures What you'll do Financial and Resource Management * Maintain sound working relationships with regulators, GPs associated with the Home and other appropriate outside agencies. * Manage financial affairs of the Home in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements. * Manage the Home in line with budget or seek approval before any departure from budget assumptions occurs. * Maintain fee structures and occupancy in line with agreed strategy. People Management * Undertake workforce planning to anticipate team turnover, maternity leave, occupancy or service changes. * Comply with company Human Resources Policies and processes for Recruitment, Training, Appraisals, Disciplinary Matters and Supervisions. * Assume 24/7 accountability were given management responsibility for a particular home, delegating where appropriate to suitable team members. * Approve all team duty rotas to ensure compliance with required staffing levels and company policy. Business Development * Ensure all enquiries are managed in accordance with company policy, that all documentation associated with the resident enquiry process is completed accurately. * Devise and agree action plans to ensure occupancy is maintained at the highest possible level. Strategic Planning and Development * Provide strong, professional leadership in Homes and to Home Managers, ensuring the efficient and economical use of resources available. Health, Safety and Quality * Comply with company policies and procedures, RQIA regulations and statute to ensure the highest possible regulatory rating. * Promote health and safety in the workplace, assure a safe environment for employees, residents and visitors, complying will all company health and safety policy requirements. * Ensure that a systematic and individualised approach to resident care is delivered in accordance with the Care Services Manual and that appropriate documentation is completed and retained. * Ensure the safe management of medicines in accordance with company Care Services policies, current legislation, and the NMC guidelines (NMC guidelines apply in Care Homes with Nursing only); * Continually assess the needs of service users in line with contracts and service specifications and promptly report and investigate complaints from any party. * Ensure that all mandatory training is undertaken, particularly fire training, and that weekly alarm checks are undertaken and recorded About you An energetic, committed yet approachable manager, the person who fulfils this role will add real value by not only being an inspiring leader who can motivate their teams through their obvious passion and commitment to both residents, families and team members alike, but will have the ability to multi-task in a high pressure environment with care, compassion and commercial acumen. The post holder will also need to be a natural networker with both internal and external stakeholders, as well as being someone who will do what is necessary, without ego, to 'get the job done. Essential : Recognised Nursing Qualification 5 years post registration experience including at least 2 years' experience within the Care Home Sector Proven experience of working within a senior leadership role Car Driver and access to a vehicle for business purposes To succeed you will be: * A team player * Strong communicator and influencer. * Energetic and hard-working. * Someone who is proud to be a custodian of their resident's well-being and their team's professional development. * Passionate about offering superior services and want to make a difference in everything that they do. A sense of humour and positive outlook on life - Glass half full rather than half empty is key! This role may involve being based in one home on a short-term basis whilst a permanent manager is recruited or providing support, coaching and mentorship to managers currently in post and as such there is a degree of travel and nights away IND04 To apply today contact Leanne Garrett in the strictest confidence. Skills: Regional Manager Homecare