Team Leader SPOA Band G Employer ADS

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1 SPOA Band G Employer ADS BEATING ADDICTION IN COMMUNITIES Aspire Drug and Alcohol Services are provided in partnership by Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Trust (RdaSH) and The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS). We pride ourselves on being innovative and forward thinking, and work closely with the recovery communities we serve to provide flexible, responsive services, which offer the best possible recovery outcomes for all our service users. The Aspire Community Reintegration Model is based on the principle that everyone s recovery journey is individual to them and is related to their community, society and aspirations. Sustaining a successful, fulfilling and independent life away from specialist services depends on support networks embedded in the wider community. Therefore community reintegration is key to sustainable recovery. Our approach takes the view that there are three things that the sense of community is based on: The Aspire Partnership is committed to providing high quality, evidence based recovery interventions and care. We are a learning partnership which promotes staff training, development and competence and values clinical governance, audit and research. We have an excellent track record of modernising services and managing complex change; of integrating provision in a range of health and social care services; a high level of service user and carer involvement in delivering services and a highly committed and motivated workforce. Page 1 of 10

2 JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: REPORTS TO: BAND: BASE: OBJECTIVES OF POST: Service Manager G Aspire To provide all aspects of management support for a range of projects and associated contracts and budgets. To develop the practice and management of a defined service area (department). To be responsible for the clinical governance to the Aspire Executive Committee. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Principal accountabilities DANOS Standard Facilitate staff meetings BI3 To lead and manage a team over various sites and attend staff and AA2 BI1 BI7 management meetings as required Ensure quality standards are met in line with KPI s Liaise with referrers, purchasers and partners and ensure a consistent AF1 BI5 approach and philosophy within the department are used Participate in case conferences and present cases in Multi-Disciplinary team meetings, as required AA2 BI5 BI6 BI7 Collate all statistics, figures and performance information, as required, BE2 for internal and external purposes. Ensure the department is integrated with all elements of the local substance misuse system Coordinate the medical, nursing, social work and psychosocial functions of the department To assist in the day to day operation of the department. Including the delivery of individual key working where necessary, including assessing risk and ensuring a safe and appropriate environment for all through the prevention and management of abusive and aggressive behaviours Where necessary to act as a care coordinator and carry out individual assessments, develop and review support plans and agree withdrawal plans, prepare the service user for entry into other services Develop, support, nurture and challenge the knowledge and practice of the team To lead the development of the service and department practice and monitor delivery and performance AB1 AB2 AB3 AD1 AI1 AI2 AI3 AJ1 AJ2 AA6 AF1 AF2 AF3 AG1 AG2 AG3 AC3 AC4 BF4 Page 2 of 10

3 Assist in the development of new initiatives and new ways of working to B12 promote the best services for substance misusers Provide line management to the team including areas of Human BF6 BF7 BF8 Resources including disciplinary, grievance, performance and absence in line with policies and procedures To manage, recruit and take the lead in training Support with HR issues on disciplinary, grievance, performance and absence in line with policies and procedures Ensure policies and procedures are implemented effectively and consistently Represent the service internally and externally when directed and BI5 function as part of the management team Liaise with the Service Manager on all aspects the departments budget BG4 Develop, implement and monitor, the department practice and BA3 BA6 protocols Ensure the department develops and maintains a library of practice, evidence and research on substance misuse Maintain a high standard of records and case notes, records of key performance indicators and employee records Take the lead in devising appropriate systems for ease of administration BF4 and monitor staff performance using these systems Devise and produce manuals and reports for the project BA3 BA6 To abide by The ADS ethical Codes of Practice, developing your own AC1 AC2 knowledge and practice, and participate in management supervision and team meetings so as to fulfil your role as an effective member of the team and with a maximum emphasis on sound practice and case management Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested 2. Safety To ensure all possible steps are being taken to account for personal safety of both staff and service users during working hours including conducting quarterly H&S checks and ensuring H&S training is delivered at induction and annually to employees in the team. To ensure all employees receive mandatory training at a frequency stipulated by the ADS. To make the line manager aware of any potential difficulties in the area of personal safety or take action to remedy this. DANOS Standard BD1 BD4 AB3 Adhere to all ADS Health and Safety policies and procedures AB3 Page 3 of 10

4 3. Supervision and Training DANOS Standard Develop, prepare and deliver training packages for internal and external AC3 AD2 use. Keep personally up-to-date with developments and new initiatives in AC1 effective service delivery and legislation affecting substance misuse and associated issues Participate in regular supervision sessions with the line manager AC1 AC2 To work with the line manager to develop a personal training and AC1 development plan. To work with the line manager to develop a service training and development plan Attend and participate in training sessions as required both as trainer AC1 and trainee. Provide supervision and appraisals for employees reporting directly to them, including agreement and implementation of personal development plans Provide a learning environment for new staff and students 4. Safeguarding The Alcohol & Drug Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people (anyone under the age of 18) and adults. It expects all employees, volunteers and students to share this commitment and act in such a way that safeguards and promotes the health and well-being of children, young people and adults. Employees must ensure that they are familiar with the signs and symptoms of abuse and know what to do if any such concerns are raised. Employees expected to follow the safeguarding children and safeguarding adult policies and participate in related mandatory/statutory training. 5. General Adhere to the ADS Equal Opportunities Policy with regard to both employees and service users To represent the ADS and service when appropriate and authorised to do so. Assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care on highly complex cases Carry out research in line with current developments in practice Page 4 of 10 DANOS Standard AA4 AA6

5 Ensure staff records are maintained Lead in the recruitment of new staff Deputise for the Service Manager Maintain professional registration where appropriate. To undertake any relevant/reasonable work under the direction of the line manager and or supervisor 6. Dimensions Responsibility for Staff To contribute to the effective performance of all employees within the department, through effective coaching, mentoring and managerial and practice supervision. Responsibility for Service Users To support positive change in service users with a history of problematic substance misuse through ensuring the effective delivery of services described in the department and service specification. Responsibility for Budgets Project Budget Responsibility for Reputation Management To ensure the service is highly regarded by internal and external clients. 7. Decision making These decisions should relate specifically to the principal accountabilities Professional decisions about service users requirements Use judgement on employee relations matters Use judgement on budgetary controls Take the necessary action in relation to risks. Workforce planning and development Note: This job description covers the main duties and responsibilities of the job. Other activities commensurate with their job description may from time to time be undertaken by the post holder. Page 5 of 10

6 EMPLOYEE SPECIFICATION Requirements Essential Desirable Educational Qualifications and Training Professional qualification or degree in a related subject e.g. Social Work, Psychology, Counselling Significant demonstrable experience in the field Evidenced training in substance misuse and substance misuse treatment approaches ILM level 5 or equivalent in Management Level 3 or equivalent in Tackling Substance Misuse or Health & Social Care Knowledge and Experience Knowledge of substances and their effects Ability to liaise effectively with other agencies Knowledge of health and safety including the ability to access high risk situations and take appropriate action Understanding of the recovery process and underpinning principles Understand the complexities of multi-disciplinary working Knowledge of mental health issues Understanding of the issues facing substance misusers Knowledge of therapeutic interventions Knowledge and understanding of Equal Opportunities issues and how they integrate with service provision for substance misuse Experience and understanding of case note and report writing Experience of working directly with people with problematic substance use and delivering effective key working based interventions Experience of developing new innovations Experience of managing change Demonstrate knowledge of the importance of social capital and the impact it can have on mental health Page 6 of 10

7 Knowledge of current Government legislation Knowledge and experience of assessment, care planning and key working with substance misuses Demonstrate innovative practice and an ability to work in adverse conditions Supervisory/line management experience Commitment to Safeguarding Adults and Children Skills and abilities Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a range of people Ability to work in a non-judgemental/antidiscriminatory way and keep professional boundaries Ability to work as part of a multi discipline team and be supportive Ability to promote and encourage positive use of substance misuse service Proven ability to effectively manage heavy case loads and to take responsibility of their own initiative Experience of multi-disciplinary team working Ability to maintain professional boundaries Effective IT skills e.g. Microsoft Office, electronic records systems Reflect on and develop practice Ability to negotiate protocols and professional agreements with other services/agencies Knowledge of systm one Ability to contribute to the development and practice of others, supporting and positively challenging their practice Personal qualities Empathic and non-judgemental Excellent communication skills Enthusiasm and motivation Team worker Innovative and imaginative Conscientious and reliable Ability to use initiative and take responsibility Page 7 of 10

8 Organised and excellent time management skills Confidence Ability to travel effectively across the geographical area in a timely manner Page 8 of 10

9 ORGANISATIONAL CHART Service Manager Senior Practitioners SPOA Team Page 9 of 10

10 CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Salary Band G Annual Holiday 29 days per annum, rising to 31 after 2 years service and 34 after 5; plus Public Holidays Pension Scheme On joining ADS employees will be issued with a pension pack detailing the terms and conditions of the scheme. The most up to date policy can be found on the ADS intranet. Life Assurance Life assurance of 2 x annual salary for pension scheme members Employee Health Benefit Scheme Non-contributory employee health benefit scheme. The scheme includes free cover for under 17 year old dependents living with the employee Immunisations and Vaccinations This post requires the post holder to have Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis, Mumps, Measles and Rubella (MMR) immunisations and vaccinations. Visual Display Unit (VDU) User This post has not been designated as a VDU user post. Page 10 of 10