JOB-20240819-db742659
Job Title: Team Manager - Social Care Qualified - Young Adults
Location: Hereford, Herefordshire
Salary: £40-45 per hour depending on experience
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 3 months Full Time: 37 hours per week
Herefordshire Council has a fantastic opportunity for a Team Manager to oversee the County and Younger Adults teams for a 3-month contract. This position is pivotal in enhancing adult social care services as outlined by the Care Act 2014. Engaging and impactful, this role involves leading efforts to improve hospital discharge practices, aiming for better outcomes for individuals with complex needs such as learning disabilities, mental health issues, and more. You will interact with partners from health, adult social care, and commissioning to ensure a smooth discharge process. Herefordshire offers stunning countryside landscapes alongside rich cultural experiences, making it an inspiring place to live and work.
Perks and benefits:
- Locum job: Enjoy the flexibility and variety that come with locum work, letting you craft your career path on your terms. Experience the chance to work in diverse settings, enhancing your skills and broadening your professional horizons. This position also provides the freedom to balance your personal and professional life more effectively.
- Supportive environment: You will be part of a team that values your contributions, offering regular supervision and a strong support network to help you flourish in your role.
- Connection to nature: Working in Herefordshire, you'll find stunning rural landscapes all around, offering a chance to unwind and refresh by connecting with nature just moments from your workplace.
- Employee Network Groups: Engage with colleagues sharing similar identities and life experiences, and be part of positive workplace changes. These groups include Black and Asian Staff Networking Group, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Climate and Nature Emergency, Diff-abilities, and Armed Forces/Veterans.
What you will do:
- Lead the County and Younger Adults teams to enhance hospital discharge practice and processes.
- Partner with various stakeholders, including health services, social care, commissioning, and Hoople, to ensure timely and effective discharge.
- Manage complex cases involving learning disabilities, mental health needs, and other challenges.
- Support the transition of young adults under 25, including care leavers, into adulthood with a focus on achieving improved life outcomes.
- Oversee the integration of services to facilitate safe discharges from community and mental health hospitals.
- Drive sustainable change and promote preventative and proactive community services.
- Offer guidance and support to staff, fostering their development and ensuring service excellence.
Discover Hereford – a place where beautiful countryside meets vibrant cultural assets, offering an enriching environment for personal and professional growth. Known for its strong communities and ambitious transformation efforts, Hereford is a county that thrives on collaborative support and building brighter futures. Join the Herefordshire Council team and make a significant difference while enjoying the life Hereford has to offer.
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