Work base: Coed Pella
As one of the largest employers in the area, Conwy County Borough Council is proud to deliver high-quality services that support and strengthen local communities. We are looking for a motivated and dedicated individual to join our close knit, supportive team within the Mental Wellness Team, part of the Vulnerable People’s Service, as a full-time Section Manager - Mental Wellness.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a social care mental health setting, supporting individuals with severe and enduring mental health conditions that impact their daily functioning and quality of life. You will work in partnership with health colleagues in Community Mental Health Teams, using a collaborative and person-centred approach with a strong focus on recovery, reablement and outcome-based planning. There is much scope to develop these working relationships and improve joint working.
The role will lead and support our Team Managers and practitioners to meet the Council’s duties under the Mental Health Act, ensuring that people who have been detained in hospital receive the right support and aftercare when they return to the community. The successful candidate will be proactive in looking at new ways of addressing issues to promote best practice. Strong communication, organisational and partnership working skills are essential, along with a compassionate and person-centred approach
You will be supported through regular formal supervision and a range of ongoing development opportunities, alongside a strong team ethos that values support, learning and professional growth.
Due to the nature of the post the successful candidates will be subject to a disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Join us and be part of a team making a real difference to the lives of people across Conwy.
This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.
Manager details for informal discussion: Amy Jones, Interim Service Manager ( [email protected] / 01492 576392)
Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We’re passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.
Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.
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We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.
We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an ‘E’ on the Person Specification).
We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. Need some support with your application? We've got tips, guidance and support services to help you through it.
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