Business Development Officer

at  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for a Project Officer to work within the Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).
You will work under the direction of the Business Manager, helping the service to improve outcomes for service users across Dorset CAMHS, will be involved with a number of different projects and workstreams with a range of teams within CAMHS, and with clinical practitioners and other operational teams within DHC.
You will be an important part of the team assisting the Business Manager in delivering wider service objectives. This is a fantastic opportunity to to undertake a varied and wide-ranging role within a busy and innovative service, with great opportunities for professional and personal progression.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
You will be supporting service improvement initiatives and project streams, being part of bespoke task and finish groups to deliver service improvement work.
Liaising with practitioners and other operational teams in DHC, and using information and data to understand project impacts.
You will be monitoring and reporting on quality improvement progress and outcomes.
Managing small initiatives or being responsible for specific elements of larger projects, and supporting the Business Manager to deliver different ways of working.
You will develop and maintain electronic systems to record and report staff information as required (for example training, supervision uptake).
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We’re all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.ne

Please refer the Job description for details