Deputy Service Manager
Are you interested in joining VIA Greenwich?
The Role
This role will support the Service Manager in the leadership, coordination and delivery of excellent drug and alcohol services. You will need to work in partnership with stakeholders including service users, staff, and volunteers, to co-lead the development and maintenance of a high-quality service that meets the needs of the local population, ensuring adherence with all VIA policies, practice and principles.You will take designated lead areas of responsibility, supporting to deliver strategic, operational, and developmental goals and also deputise for the Service Manager.
The Deputy Service Manager role will support team leaders and clinical leads in the day-to-day management of the service, supporting staff and service users. You will have experience of line management of staff and good case management skills.You will be part of a high-performance team that is focused on outcomes and welcomes innovation.
We are seeking committed, organised and highly motivated candidates, with an in-depth knowledge and experience of the challenges affecting people with substance misuse and related health and wellbeing issues in the London Borough of Greenwich.
The Service
Launched in 2020, VIA Greenwich is a fully integrated substance misuse service, providing clinical and psychosocial interventions, operating from a main treatment hub in Woolwich. The team actively promotes recovery and works with individuals that are directly and indirectly affected by substance misuse, working with the local community to improve the health, wellbeing and functioning of Greenwich residents, irrespective of circumstance.
Location
The role is based at VIA Greenwich, but at times may involve travel to external meetings and satellites within the borough, and to other VIA locations as needed.
To see the generous range of benefits we offer at Via including 30 days annual leave for all new starters, our health and wellbeing initiatives, financial perks and development opportunities – visit our Benefits Package
For an informal discussion about the position please contact Victoria McLaughlin – Service Manager victoria.mclaughlin@viaorg.uk
The closing date for applications is Saturday 19 October at midnight.