Strategic Mental Health Support Director

3 weeks ago


Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom NHS Full time

Are you looking for a strategic role leading the delivery, development and continuous improvement of our mental health support services to deliver positive impact for people accessing services?

Main Duties

This is a leadership role within our Operational Leadership Team, responsible for the delivery of high quality, impactful mental health services. You will lead on the continued innovation, integration and transformation of front-line services in support of the organisation's mission, values and strategy.

This role is responsible for the operational lead for the mobilisation of new services and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and performance requirements.

About Us

NHS is a national charity who provide innovative and life-changing mental health support for both individuals and communities. We offer a diverse range of services, and each and every person who works with us directly contributes to making positive changes, improving mental health and breaking down barriers.

Job Responsibilities

This role is responsible for providing visible and confident leadership as a member of the Management Team, responsible for the delivery of high quality, safe and effective mental health support services.

The role is responsible for promoting the profile and reputation of NHS by building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders, including commissioners, professional networks and people accessing services.

The role has delegated authority from the Board for the day-to-day management of the functions within their control, in line with the parameters detailed in the current Schedule of Delegation.

  • Work collaboratively as an active member of the Leadership Team and deputise for the Director of Quality and Operations as requested.
  • Provide motivational leadership and effective management to direct reports and their teams.
  • Maintain a contemporary understanding of services across NHS in order to promote all services and respond positively to opportunities across the health and social care sector.
  • Lead on business planning, objective and budget setting for services within the portfolio in line with corporate guidance and organisational priorities.
  • Contribute to the development, design and implementation of management and support practices which facilitate a geographically dispersed organisation that operates services 24 hours a day.
  • Manage specific projects and change management processes as appropriate and requested by the Director of Quality and Operations.


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