Project Development Manager

Social Work Adult Services is recruiting a Project Development Manager to be based within the Self Directed Support/ Carer Support team. The Post holder will assist with the policy, development and continuing implementation of the Social Care (Self-Directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013 and the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016. The Social Care (Self Directed Support) (Scotland Act) 2013 requires local authorities to offer choice in the way that support to meet eligible support outcomes are met through self-directed support. This is extended to both people with support needs and their unpaid carers. Support to carers is regulated by the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016. The Post holder will oversee, coordinate and provide programme management support to ensure that Self Directed Support and Carer Support mechanisms are robustly implemented within Social Work Services. This includes

• Ensuring that the SDS and Carers Act investment delivers against objectives, including providing reassurance to lead directors and responsible organisations through regular reporting
• Overseeing the work streams required to deliver Self Directed Support and Carer Support. This includes managing a small team of staff responsible for implementing different aspects of SDS and Carer Support including IT, Finance, research & development and delivery of short breaks through the Short Breaks bureau. It also involves linking with other initiatives including the Integration of Social Care and Health.
• Providing leadership and vision in the delivery of the objectives of Self-Directed Support and Carer Support.
The work will involve close liaison with a wide range of agencies involved in providing care and support services. The Post holder will be responsible for guiding the work of multiple simultaneous improvement work streams across a broad range of health and social care topics. This post is temporary for one year. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.