Mental Health Service Lead

1 week ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead our Community Mental Health Team in Mid-Argyll, Kintyre, and Islay.

About the Role

The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, operational management, and professional advice to ensure the delivery of a high-quality mental health service that meets the needs of individuals with mild to severe mental health problems.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a rural area with a diverse population, and the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the team works cohesively and effectively within the local community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Community Mental Health Team
  • Ensure the delivery of a high-quality mental health service that is efficient, effective, well-organized, responsive, needs-led, and user-focused
  • Provide professional advice and support to other members of the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies
  • Liaise with locality leads, mental health leads, and other agencies to develop and implement local and national strategies
Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A relevant health qualification (e.g., Nurse/AHP) with current valid registration with a regulatory body (e.g., NMC/HCPC)
  • A minimum of 5 years post-registration experience in mental health
  • Experience of providing clinical and managerial supervision
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills
  • Computer literacy and driving license essential
Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is approximately £52,000 per annum, depending on experience.

NHS Scotland offers a range of benefits, including generous annual leave, pension scheme, and career development opportunities.



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