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Are you a proven leader with a track record of delivering high-quality Mental Health services?
Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual with a history of effective leadership, strategic thinking, and service improvement to join our South Senior Management Team.
This pivotal role as Service Manager for Community Mental Health Services involves overseeing the safe, effective, and integrated delivery of Mental Health services across the South locality. You will lead a large, multidisciplinary workforce and hold responsibility for managing a significant budget. The post also includes leadership and management of three Community Mental Health Teams, a Primary Care Mental Health Team, and a Psychotherapy Team.
We are looking for someone with a demonstrated track record in achieving high standards of patient care, and who consistently upholds professional values such as integrity, compassion, accountability, and respect.
*Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting service delivery and governance across complex care systems
- Driving service improvement and redesign initiatives
- Supporting and leading delegated aspects of the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Mental Health Strategy
- Spearheading local innovations and projects to enhance service quality and integration
- Engaging effectively with patients, families, elected members, the Third Sector, and partner agencies
- Promoting joint working across HSCPs, acute services, and partner agencies to deliver coordinated, person centred care
If you are a confident, forward-thinking leader with a proven track record in improving outcomes for patients and service users, we want to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of Mental Health services in Glasgow.
Colin MacDonald, Head of Adult Services Telephone: 0141 211 6600 Email: colin.macdonald2@nhs.scot
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