Job overview We are seeking a motivated, compassionate, and forward-thinking Team Manager to provide day to day management and leadership to ournew CommunityEnablement & Recovery Team (CERT) and Complex Emotional Needs (CEN) Pathway. These specialist services support people with severe and enduring mental health needs and those who attract a diagnosis of personality disorder, using trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes and quality of life.

Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below. CERT and CEN offer specialist assessment, therapeutic interventions, and recovery-focused support to individuals with complex mental health needs. Our aim is to empower people to develop confidence, independence, and meaningful recovery goalswhile reducing crisis presentations, unplanned admissions, and inpatient bed use as part of an MDT. You will be responsible for the ongoing day-to-day management and development of these specialist complex services ensuring that the service operates in line with national guidance related to Community Rehabilitation and delivery of the Complex Emotional Needs pathway as stated in the Operational Policy; and developing/maintaining a service ethos which underpins the Trust's Vision & Values and Trust's Quality Priorities. Main duties of the job As Team Manager, you will be responsible for: Operational Leadership & Service Delivery Leading, developing, and managing the CERT and CEN services to ensure high-quality, trauma-informed care. Ensuring effective resource managementhuman, financial, and physicalto deliver services efficiently and meet agreed targets and standards. Embedding and upholding professional standards, regulatory requirements, and quality measures across both teams. Clinical Governance & Supervision Overseeing care coordination and ensuring robust caseload management. Providing professional guidance, support, and supervision to team members across disciplines. Championing safe practice, positive risk management, and high-quality person-centred care. Collaboration & Partnership Working Strengthening links with CMHTs, Crisis services, inpatient teams, social care, and external partners to maintain continuity of care. Supporting system-wide efforts to reduce out-of-area placements, prevent admission, and improve patient flow. Service Improvement Driving innovation, service development, and continuous improvement. Supporting the implementation of trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions that improve patient outcomes and experience. Working for our organisation Are you passionate about delivering positive change to the people of the Black Country? Do you want to work with a talented workforce to meet new challenges and improve care for our local communities? Then our Trust is the place for you. We currently employ over 3,000 members of staff and just like the population we serve, we are made up of diverse cultures and backgrounds. Whatever your background or education, working in a healthcare setting like ours is a demanding yet extremely rewarding experience. We offer exciting and rewarding career opportunities in a variety of fields. We take pride in supporting, developing and engaging with our workforce. xehkeey Staff engagement, recognition and wellbeing are vital to the success of our organisation, and we strive to provide a setting in which our staff can showcase their skills, innovative solutions and dedication to healthcare. Detailed job description and main responsibilities for a comprehensive guide, please refer to attached job description and Person Specification documents Person specificationKnowledge/ExperienceEssential criteria Proven experience of working with service users with severe mental health needs in a community setting Experience in managing and supervising a multi-disciplinary team Developing services and managing change Desirable criteria Experience working in the community and with commissioners Skills/Personal QualitiesEssential criteria Committed to delivering and improving patient care and experience Ability to work under pressure and set priorities Understanding of current policy, practice and implications Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal/external agencies QualificationsEssential criteria Registered Mental Health Practitioner Desirable criteria Management Qualification or working towards