Service Manager - Mental Health Together

The Service Manager will use data and analysis to support better outcomes for patients and will actively coordinate initiatives to ensure improvement plans are developed and implemented. They actively pursue the best outcomes for patients and carers and are knowledgeable about how other services contribute to the success of the service.

The Service Manager knows who the internal and external stakeholders are and when to use them effectively in promoting and securing the services reputation. They identify opportunities for service improvement and growth seeking support from the General Manager to maximise these. They will also deputise for the General Managers in all aspects of the service as required.

Mental Health Together is looking for a full time Service Manager within the West Kent locality.

The Mental Health Together Service supports people with serious mental health needs, offering specialist, clinical care as well as support for other areas of someones life that may be impacting their recovery. The service bridges the gap between primary and secondary care, with all referrals made to a Mental Health Together team in one area.

Mental Health Together is delivered in partnership with third sector organisations and therefore the post-holder will be responsible for managing and leading staff from multiple agencies working together as one cohesive team. The post-holder will work closely with colleagues in all other relevant services and build excellent relationships with partner organisations and referring agencies to enable seamless patient pathways and service user engagement.

This post is being hosted by Invicta Health on behalf of Kent Mental NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT) within The Mental Health Together Service., Invicta Health is a not for profit company, with a passion for primary care. We have a wide range of services such as GP surgeries, services in Urgent Treatment Centres , a mental health service, GP staff training service and the list is growing all the time.

We are formed by a federation of General Practitioners working in Canterbury and South Kent Coast areas of East Kent. Our aim is to provide local, high quality services for local people by collaborating with other established organisations in the health and social care community.

What perks can we offer you?

• NHS pension


• Learning and development opportunities


• Health and wellbeing initiatives


• Staff forum


• Progression opportunities


• Competitive annual leave entitlement


• Incremental pay progression


• Flexible working


• Approved blue light card provider


• Salary Sacrifice Schemes


• Company Car Lease Scheme


• Employee Assistance Programme