We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a a highly skilled and experienced Compliance Care Home Manager to join their team. Our client recognise that working in the care sector is about more than just practical support. Great quality care comes from being a person to rely on emotionally, as well as physically. All our staff treat the service users here like family, and we want new members of the team to be as caring, compassionate, and feel part of our family.
The Care Home supports 40 residents with their day-to-day living needs. Our range of services is designed to meet the diverse needs of everyone who resides at there. We support our residents with needs such as dementia, learning disabilities, and mental health difficulties. We strive to ensure the voices of the individuals we support are listened to, both in terms of their personal development and our organisational development.
We are currently seeking an experienced Compliance Care Home Manager to lead our efforts in bringing our care home up to full compliance with CQC (Care Quality Commission) regulations.
Job Summary:
The Compliance Care Home Manager will be responsible for ensuring that our care home meets and exceeds all CQC regulatory requirements. This role is critical to the ongoing improvement of our services, with a strong focus on compliance, auditing, and updating policies and procedures. It is important to note that this position will not involve direct care work with residents. Instead, the focus will be entirely on administrative, managerial, and regulatory tasks to ensure the care home operates in full compliance with all relevant standards.
Key Responsibilities:
CQC Compliance:
- Lead the care home in achieving and maintaining full compliance with CQC standards.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify areas needing improvement.
- Implement necessary changes to meet compliance requirements, ensuring all aspects of care and operations adhere to CQC regulations.
Online Care Planning:
- Oversee the implementation and management of online care planning systems.
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date care records are maintained for all residents.
- Train and support staff in the use of online care planning tools.
Policy and Procedure Management:
- Review, update, and implement care home policies and procedures in line with current legislation and best practices.
- Ensure all staff are aware of and adhere to updated policies and procedures.
Auditing:
- Conduct thorough audits across all areas of the care home, including health and safety, medication management, care delivery, and record-keeping.
- Provide detailed reports on audit findings and implement corrective actions as needed.
Staff Training and Development:
- Identify training needs related to compliance and care standards.
- Coordinate and deliver training sessions to ensure all staff are competent and compliant with CQC requirements.
Stakeholder Communication:
- Liaise with external bodies, including CQC inspectors, healthcare professionals, and family members, to ensure transparency and compliance.
- Maintain clear and open communication channels with staff, residents, and families regarding care home operations and improvements.
Continuous Improvement:
- Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in care quality and compliance.
- Stay updated on changes in CQC regulations and industry standards, ensuring the care home remains compliant and up-to-date.