Ward Manager - Mental Health Rehabilitation - Carreg Fawr INTERNAL

Job Overview

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Mental Health Rehabilitation Service in a pivotal role supporting the delivery of high-quality, recovery-oriented care. The post holder will contribute to the ongoing development of rehabilitation services and work collaboratively across the multidisciplinary team to ensure individuals receive person-centred, therapeutic support that promotes recovery, independence, and community integration.

The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm, initiative, and a commitment to continuous service improvement. They will support the development of therapeutic environments, promote meaningful engagement and activity, and contribute to achieving the strategic aims of the rehabilitation service. The role requires strong communication, organisational, and team-working skills, alongside a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for people with complex mental health needs.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

This is a key leadership role within the Rehabilitation Service, combining clinical expertise with operational and people management responsibilities. The successful candidate will lead the team, maintain high standards of care, and drive service improvement.

Key responsibilities include

• Providing day-to-day leadership, management, and support to staff, promoting a positive, recovery-focused culture.
• Supervising, developing, and mentoring team members, ensuring appropriate support, supervision, and performance management.
• Coordinating clinical and operational activity to ensure the safe and effective delivery of rehabilitation interventions.
• Supporting workforce planning, rostering, sickness management, and effective use of resources.
• Monitoring standards of care, governance, quality, and safety, taking action to address areas for improvement.
• Leading service development and quality improvement initiatives, promoting innovation and evidence-based practice.
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, service users, carers, and partner agencies to deliver person-centred care and positive outcomes.
• Contributing to risk management, safeguarding processes, and implementation of organisational policies and procedures.

This role is ideal for a proactive leader who is passionate about mental health rehabilitation and improving outcomes for people with complex mental health needs.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

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