Senior Mental Health Service Manager

3 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Canterbury District Health Board Full time

About the Role

This senior leadership position requires a dynamic and experienced individual with extensive expertise in mental health services, strategic planning, and team management.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in driving positive outcomes within complex healthcare environments, with a deep commitment to enhancing the well-being of individuals and communities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage operational delivery of specialist mental health services to meet national, regional, and local targets.
  • Ensure quality and safety of services, fostering a safe environment for both staff and clients.
  • Lead engagement with stakeholders in the mental health sector to build trust and shared ownership.
  • Develop and align system-wide direction, plans, and priorities, fostering clear responsibilities and accountability.
  • Build people and process capability, ensuring effective communication and risk management.

Key Outcomes:

  • Identify new opportunities and risks, develop and deliver the division's health strategy, and lead change management programs.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure safe and effective implementation of change.
  • Provide high-quality, consumer-centric services aligned with accountability areas and Ministry of Health priorities.
  • Develop and monitor strategic and operational plans for specialist mental health services.
  • Ensure high-quality performance management, meeting all mandated KPIs and health targets.


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