Unit Manager- Mental Health

The Home Join the Compassionate Team at Blair House Care Home Blair House Care Home is a well-established, registered nursing facility located on the outskirts of Newtownards, with the iconic Scrabo Tower as its backdrop. Conveniently situated near the town centre, the home is easily accessible via a range of transport options. Our spacious home offers care and support for up to 85 residents across four specialised units:
Residential Dementia, Nursing Dementia, Frail and Elderly Nursing, and our newly opened Mental Health Unit. Each unit is designed to meet the unique needs of our residents in a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment. At Blair House, we pride ourselves on our experienced, dedicated team who deliver high-quality, person-centred care every day. If you're looking to make a genuine impact as part of a skilled and compassionate care team, wed love to hear from you.

The Role In our Mental Health services, the role of a Unit Manager is indispensable. This a leadership role, playing a vital part in managing the care of our residents and providing high-quality, person-centred care. The Unit Manager will work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care plans tailored to the individual needs of our residents. The Unit Manager will oversee and manage the daily operations of a specific unit within the Home, ensuring all goals and objectives are met in an efficient manner;

this will include supervising staff, managing resources and complying with the policies, procedures and best practice guidelines of Healthcare Ireland Group as well as the necessary regulatory bodies. Healthcare Ireland pride ourselves on being able to deliver excellent care to our residents. The Unit Manager will ensure the safety of all residents and the team. The role is always evolving and will involve having a commitment to personal and professional development to ensure a positive difference is made in the lives of our residents and their families.

About

The Role Main Responsibilities Maintain and monitor RQIA standards within the unit, carrying out audits and risk assessments as required. Provide hands-on nursing care and support to residents, including assistance with activities of daily living, medication administration and clinical interventions. Manage the assessment, implementation and evaluation of individual resident care plans that promote wellbeing, independence, and quality of life. Communicate care plans to the care teams both verbally and in writing, ensuring all safety intervention, care planning and risk assessment documentation is kept up to date and in line with regulatory requirements.

Ensure the care delivered is based on the Positive Behaviour Support Model and that the values of this model are embedded in the Home. Ensure effective communication of any developments relating to resident care to the multi-disciplinary teams supporting the resident and the care teams. Responsible for medication management and documentation in line with regulatory guidance. Supervise, mentor and evaluate staff performance, demonstrating consistent and effective leadership, handling conflict resolution and any staff issues promptly when they arise.

Benefits Paid annual leave The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company Continuous professional development and training Values-led culture Overtime available at an enhanced rate Opportunities for progression Pension plan (if applicable) Attractive hourly rate Monthly incentives and recognition awards Free parking We can offer sponsorship for this role, for candidates within the UK . This is 38.5 hours a week.

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Required Criteria The Right to Work in the UK A good standard of written and oral English Previous experience working in a care or support environment for people with mental health Be competent using a range of IT programmes and packages. An active NMC pin as a Registered Mental Health Nurse with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience AND experience supervising a team of healthcare professionals.

Desired Criteria An understanding of budgets. Skills Needed About The Company We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives. Company Culture Were always on the look out for people who care, whether thats caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry,…