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Clinical Director

Part-time, worked flexibly across the week

(Minimum 22.5hrs per week – Maximum 30hrs per week)

£45,000 (FTE) dependent on experience and qualifications

 

Due to the retirement of the current post holder in Spring 2023, we are seeking a Clinical Director.

The role:
This is an exciting time to join us at STARS-Dorset as a Senior Manager. As our Clinical Director you will be responsible for the clinical safety of our services. You will bring expertise and offer inspiring leadership, putting clients at the heart of all you do. Key responsibilities will be:-

  • Working with our CEO and Board of Trustees to shape and deliver the Vision, Mission and Aims of STARS-Dorset
  • Developing relationships with partner agencies, health partners and commissioners
  • Contributing to a programme of continuous quality improvement for all staff, clinical placement students and volunteers
  • Providing Clinical Supervision for our team of Clinical Supervisors
  • Assisting in the development of new clinical services that respond to demand and best practice

 

About You:
We are looking for a dedicated leader with clinical experience, drive and passion, who can organise and prioritise their workload whilst empowering the team to facilitate change. You will be a team player and possess excellent communication skills to inspire and drive forward creative and innovative ways of working.

The ideal candidate would have:

  • Experience of working at senior management level and liaising closely with a Board of Trustees
  • Accreditation as a counsellor or psychotherapist with BACP /UKCP or equivalent
  • A Clinical Supervisor qualification
  • Knowledge of Trauma and Herman’s Trauma Model
  • Experience of working therapeutically in a relevant field, understanding the impact of childhood trauma and abuse
  • Clinical governance and oversight experience
  • Experience of service development and successful change management
  • Experience delivering training and CPD
  • Relevant management qualification and experience
  • To be willing to work outside normal hours to ensure continuity of service delivery
  • Experience of Safeguarding vulnerable adults, children and young people

We recognise that some candidates may have some, but not all of the above; in this case we would welcome a discussion.

STARS Dorset is a supportive organisation prioritising wellbeing for its team and providing opportunities to further develop your professional skills and knowledge as well as ongoing support through training, line management and clinical supervision.

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.   

STARS Dorset is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and acceptable references.    

For an informal discussion please contact Helen Stevens on 01202 308840.  

Click here for Clinical Director Full Job Description

Click here for Clinical Director Person Specification

Click here for Terms and Conditions for Clinical Director Role

Completed Job Application Forms together with our Equal Opportunities Monitoring form and a copy of your current CV should be sent to [email protected]

 

 

 

Independent Sexual Violence Advisor

Full-time or part-time considered
£26,250 - 28,350 (FTE - dependent on experience & qualification)

 

STARS-Dorset Rape Crisis is a specialist rape support centre supporting victims and survivors of rape and sexual abuse. We have seen an increase in the number of referrals being received for our specialist support services which have grown rapidly over the past two years. Additional funding has now been secured to enable us to appoint an additional full-time Adult ISVA to join our existing team, the funding is confirmed until 31st March 2028.

The successful candidate will provide practical and emotional support to clients aged 18 yrs. and above who have experienced rape, sexual abuse, or sexual exploitation at any time during their life. We are looking for a committed individual with initiative and zeal to join our experienced ISVA team. You must be experienced at supporting vulnerable clients and be able to work evenings and weekends to meet our clients’ needs.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated frontline practitioner who has experience of supporting vulnerable and often complex individuals enabling them to move on in their lives following the disclosure of sexual violence. You will provide advocacy and support to our clients and, at times, to their families. Excellent communication skills with a working knowledge of safeguarding procedures and multi-agency work are essential, as is a commitment to working in a person-centred way. We are a pan-Dorset charity working across the county with our administration centre based in Poole and Poundbury. This post will involve travel across Dorset and access to a suitable vehicle is essential with business insurance and a full driving licence.

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all sectors of the community. Please note we do not accept CVs. To apply for this role, please complete a Job Application Forms and Equal Opportunities Monitoring form and send to [email protected]. For more information, please contact Tracey Parsons, Head of Adult ISVA services, [email protected].

Closing date: Friday 9th June at 9am

Interview date: Thursday 15th June 2023

Start date: As soon as possible

Click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification.

STARS – Dorset Rape Crisis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and acceptable references. 

Volunteer Roles

If you are interested in working for STARS Dorset but a role suited to you isn't currently available why not volunteer? Here's a link to all the Volunteering roles currently available.