Director, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (HPC/MO 5)

JOB PURPOSE

To ensure the development of adequate child & adolescent mental health services nationally, for clients from birth to eighteen years and to promote the development of preventative programs conducive to the acquisition of good mental health in children & adolescents.

KEY OUTPUT

• Strategic & operational plans developed;
• Norms, standards & procedures established and adhered to;
• Technical advice facilitated (referral point for technical problems);
• Provision of adequate treatment for clients with emotional & behavioral problems;
• Data collected & analyzed;

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

•  Liaises with key governmental & non-governmental agencies;
• Manage & coordinates all aspects of the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services in the public sector island wide;
• Monitors & evaluates service delivery for the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services, including the impact of the programme on society;
• Develops special projects to strengthen the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services in terms of resources, efficiency
• Plans & provides training for health workers within the public sector;
• Promotes good Child & Adolescent Mental Health through public education, behavioral & lifestyle change

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate from an accredited Medical School, management training
• Postgraduate qualification in a specialty plus seven (7) years progressive and responsible experience with the specialty. Plus Peer Approval duly signed by relevant personnel.

The Ministry of Health & Wellness thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.