Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager - Ardenleigh CAMHS MSU

Fantastic opportunities have arisen to recruit passionate, dedicated and highly motivated Deputy Ward Managers that are excited to be part of the Forensic CAMHS service at Ardenleigh. You will be providing high quality and compassionate care, leadership and recovery focused care to young people who are experiencing complex mental ill health and/or Autistic disorders and who demonstrate challenging behaviour as well as can act as a positive role model for staff in a manner that positively reflects the philosophy of the service and the values of the organisation. You will be working within the named nursing team and with the wider MDT where you will offer support to frontline staff completing supervisions and assisting the ward Manager to maintain a positive culture. Successful applicants must be able to work with young people and understand the developmental needs as well be able to manage the challenging and dynamic environment. Forensic CAMHS is a fun and energetic place to work, we
thrive on staff engagement in the service and always looking to change and adapt to new ways of practicing to ensure that we are delivering the best care possible. We as an ASD accredited service expect staff to have knowledge and understand of Autistic disorders. We offer a wide range of in-house training covering ASD, child development, working with families, risk assessment and therapeutic working.

o RMN/RLDN Qualified willing to work in a busy challenging role.

o Excellent understanding of Safeguarding

o Understanding of Multidisciplinary Services

o NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council Registered)

o Knowledge of the Mental Health Act

o Patient centric & commitment to delivering high quality care

o Excellent organisational capability

o Effective communication skills

o Flexibility in approach to work and a strong "can do" attitude What we'd like to give you

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

o Bespoke training in issues relevant to nursing women within medium security- Trauma Informed Care, Understanding Personality Disorder, Positive and Proactive Care, Positive Behavioural Support Plans.

o Development in your risk management and assessment skills.

o Development of leaderships skills

o Buddy / mentor system

o 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays - increasing to 33 days after 10 years' service

o Recognising nursing as a profession through nurse badge awards for all nursing at all levels

o Free flu jabs

o Free parking at specific sites only

o Cycle to work scheme

o Just drive scheme

We can consider flexible working to suit your personal circumstances (Full time/Part time)