Care Manager

Care Manager Residential Mental Health Care Home (Worthing) Salary: 36,000 Hours: MondayFriday, 9am5pm Residents: 1518 adults (predominantly male), aged 2465 We are seeking a dedicated Care Manager to lead our highly committed team in a residential mental health care home in Worthing. Our residents live with conditions such as paranoid schizophrenia, anxiety, bipolar disorder and depression. They are largely independent with tasks like personal care, cleaning their room or laundry but may require gentle prompting based on their mental state. Key Responsibilities: Staff rota management - create, update and ensure safe staffing levels Build strong, trusting relationships with residents, offering calm, consistent support Maintain regular communication with mental health professionals, GPs and external agencies Lead and support a loyal staff team (90% long-term employees), including rotas, supervision and training Oversee care plans, risk assessments, medication records, and accurate daily documentation Ensure CQC compliance, conduct audits, maintain policies, submit notifications and prepare for inspections Respond promptly and effectively to crises or changes in a residents wellbeing and maintain excellent communication with mental health professionals, consultants and external services (regular calls/emails essential) Promote independence and a positive, stable environment for residents About You: NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care Management or a valid Nursing NMC PIN Experience supporting adults with mental health needs Calm, resilient, patient and relationship-focused Committed to long-term service, with ambition to progress into management If you are compassionate, loyal and eager to grow within a well-established home, we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-12-16