Horizon House is a new residential addiction service that Priory Group is opening, and this Service Manager role leads its launch from the start. The job covers the day-to-day running of the service, building and developing a high-performing team, and keeping operations sustainable and in line with regulatory and Priory Group standards. It delivers the Flourish programme, a non-medical, therapy-led model for people who do not need medical detox, so the post suits someone who has worked in residential addiction, mental health or dual-diagnosis services.
What the job involves
- Lead the day-to-day running of the therapy-led residential service
- Create a safe, supportive and high-performing environment for clients and colleagues
- Shape the culture and direction of the service
- Lead the launch of Horizon House and build the new service from day one
- Ensure high standards of care, strong team engagement and positive outcomes for the people supported, including those with addiction and in some cases neurodiversity
- Take ownership of operational performance so the service is well-run, sustainable and positioned for long-term success
- Lead, motivate and develop the team
- Ensure the service meets regulatory requirements and Priory Group organisational standards
- Lead the service delivering the Flourish programme
What’s required
Experience
- Experience working in residential addiction, mental health or dual-diagnosis services
- Experience managing risk, including safeguarding and complex mental health needs
Skills & knowledge
- Strong understanding of substance misuse, recovery models and trauma-informed care
- Ability to lead, motivate and develop multidisciplinary teams
- Working knowledge of regulatory standards such as CQC and quality improvement
- Confidence managing day-to-day service operations, including staffing and performance
- Strong communication and the ability to build relationships with clients, families and professionals
- Compassionate, non-judgemental approach aligned with recovery-focused care
Nice to have
- Professional registration, for example NMC, HCPC or Social Work England
- Experience working in a therapy-led or non-medical treatment setting
- Experience working with Local Authorities
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
