The National Learning Disability & Autism Programme, has resulted in changes in the way care is managed and funded for people with a learning disability and / or autism.

We are recruiting for a committed Clinical Quality Assurance Manager with experience of working within the field of Mental Health, Learning Disability or Autism to work primarily within the admission avoidance / Care and Treatment Review pathway.

Working collaboratively with citywide partners the post holder will ensure that citizens are supported safely in the community wherever possible, rather than admitted to specialist hospital. Where admission to specialist hospital is required the post holder will ensure this is outcome focussed and appropriate, that that alternatives have been considered, and that discharges are proactively planned and timely.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be an experienced clinician or practitioner working within the mental health, learning disability and autism team (MHLDA) within the Birmingham and Solihull MH& LDA Provider Collaborative..

The post holder will be expected to work alongside senior clinical leads and colleagues to coordinate and undertake / chair / lead a range of clinical meetings including LAEPs, CETR's, CTRs, and Dynamic Support Register meetings with partner organisations. There is an expectation that clinical records and reports will be contemporaneous and accurate.

The post holder will require specialist clinical knowledge of the health needs of people with learning disabilities, autism and/ or mental health as well as local and national priorities across health services and the impact of these on people with learning disabilities and autism with or without mental health needs.

An understanding of health and social care systems within the Birmingham and Solihull locality would also be beneficial. The successful candidates will also have highly developed reporting and analysis skills and be confident with having outcome focussed and collaborative conversations with a variety of stakeholders to promote patient outcomes and system challenge, working with both NHS and non NHS providers and Local Authorities.

Care reviews are being undertaken both virtually and in person, so an ability to travel is essential.

About us

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.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

This role gives the opportunity for hybrid working and you will typically be asked to work in a hybrid way, working from your home and also from Trust HQ The Uffculme Centre, or any other agreed site.

Person Specification

Education / Training / Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Masters degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
• RMN/ RNLD/HCPC- Significant experience as a qualified Nurse/clinician within Mental health/ Learning Disability settings.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes.
• Knowledge and experience of the Assessment and funding processes including, - CHC, DST, Risk assessments, Appeals and Personal Health Budgets, 117 and Transforming Care.
• Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in a Healthcare environment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement.

Skills / Abilities

Essential

• Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at Senior level. Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required.
• Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long- term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly. Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change.
• Putting the long-term health, social care and well-being needs of the population first (system first).

Desirable

• Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.

Mobility

Essential

• Ability to travel across sites as required.

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Uffculme Centre

Birmingham

B17 8QY

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436-6534780-A