Director of Clinical Services - Rehabilitation

at  Compass Associates

COMPANY:

Compass Associates are delighted to partner with perhaps the most renowned complex care provider in the country which support both adults and children across the UK. Together we are seeking a director of clinical services (DoCS) for their rehabilitation service in Leeds, a critical role within the management structure which plays a key part in developing and delivering the hospital strategy. The role entail full managerial responsibility for the effective operation and delivery of clinical services through a large team of permanent colleagues and bank workers providing clinical care and treatment 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

To be successful in your application, it is essential you have the following:
A registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Experience of working at a supervisory or managerial level within a mental health environment
A minimum 2 years working as a Ward Manager or equivalent.
Experience of managing a clinical budget.
A detailed understanding of statutory regulations

We are looking for a charismatic, enthusiastic, skilled, motivated, proactive and capable Director of Clinical Services (DoCS) to join our highly committed, dynamic and enthusiastic team. You will be joining us during a period of significant positive change.
Reporting into the Hospital Director, you will form part of the hospital senior leadership team. You will be wholly responsible for the clinical services operation (nursing and therapy) across the hospital; you will also be responsible and accountable for ensuring the highest level of patient care is provided at all times.
As the DoCS you will play a crucial role in developing and delivering the hospital strategy, providing operational, as well as clinical, leadership and you will ensure the highest level of clinical and therapeutic outcomes is achieved. You will also be central to forging positive professional relationships with other health and social care professionals external to the service, and for full ensuring full compliance with legislation, statutory regulations, organisational and local policies, procedures and professional standards.