Our client, a leading private healthcare provider in Ireland is seeking a
Clinical Director in Mental Health
to join its Psychiatry Team.
The organisation specialises in residential and supported living services for both children and adults with a range of complex support needs.
The successful candidate will take a lead role in delivering high-quality, biopsychosocial-informed care for a cohort of patients with mental disorders residing in an Approved Centre based in Cork.
Key Responsibilities
Provide clinical leadership and take responsibility for the care of patients in the Approved Centre.
Contribute to clinical governance and, when required, provide cover for other centres.
Develop and implement service strategies to maintain high standards of care.
Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines.
Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure delivery of personalised, patient-centred care.
Promote advocacy for patient rights and wellbeing.
Participate in audits and the development of action plans to improve service delivery.
Oversee administrative operations and ensure appropriate staffing levels.
Conduct performance reviews and provide professional development feedback to staff.
Qualifications
Full registration (specialist) with the Irish Medical Council.
Higher qualification or degree in medical education, clinical research, or management is desirable.
Demonstrated achievement in education, research, audit, or service improvement.
Knowledge & Experience
In-depth knowledge of relevant standards, guidelines, and legislation.
Senior leadership and management experience in a large public or private organisation.
Proven ability to produce high-quality reports and documentation.
Experience in psychiatric practice across varied settings (including intellectual disability and forensic settings preferred).
Skills
Excellent clinical skills using a biopsychosocial approach.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Proven leadership in multidisciplinary environments.
Effective time management and prioritisation abilities.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and performance review.
Benefits
Company pension
Comprehensive induction programme
Continuous professional development opportunities
Career progression pathways
Life assurance/death-in-service benefits
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Education assistance scheme
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Cycle-to-work scheme
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
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