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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced leader to join County Durham Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service (CDDARS) as our Service Manager – Enhanced Care Pathways. In this rewarding role, you'll lead a dedicated team delivering high-quality services that support people affected by drug and alcohol use and related areas. Working closely with senior leaders, commissioners and partner organisations, you'll oversee service delivery, drive continuous improvement and ensure positive outcomes for the people we support. You'll play a key role in managing service performance, maintaining high-quality standards and developing strong partnerships across the region, helping to ensure services remain responsive to local need while supporting your team to deliver person-centred care. This role involves regular travel across County Durham to support multiple service locations, attend partnership meetings and work closely with stakeholders. Flexibility to travel is therefore an important part of the role.
Job Responsibility
Lead, motivate and develop a multidisciplinary team, creating a positive culture that supports high performance and continuous learning
Ensure the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality services that achieve positive outcomes for the people we support
Monitor service performance, contractual requirements and quality standards, using data and insight to drive continuous improvement
Build and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, partner organisations and key stakeholders
Oversee budgets and resources to ensure services are delivered efficiently and effectively
Promote innovation and best practice while ensuring compliance with safeguarding, governance and organisational policies
Represent Waythrough at partnership meetings and contribute to the ongoing development of services across the region
Requirements
Leadership or management experience within substance misuse services
Experience managing and developing teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred services
A strong understanding of the needs of people affected by drug and alcohol use and related areas
Experience monitoring performance, managing quality standards and driving service improvement
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external partners
The ability to manage competing priorities and perform confidently within a fast-paced environment
A recognised management qualification (or equivalent experience) is essential
Level 3 qualification in Substance Misuse is desirable
Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle is desirable
Nice to have
Level 3 qualification in Substance Misuse
Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
What we offer
27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
Life assurance (3× annual salary)
Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
£500 Recommend a Friend bonus
Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year