Assistant Manager, Mental Health Primary Care Development
This role focuses on being the programme manager in developing Mental Health in Primary Care eco-system development and implementing of programme. The individual will work closely with internal and external stakeholders in strengthening the mental health capability plans for primary care providers to support early identification and co-management of chronic physical and mental health clients.
Job Description:
- Implementation of mental health/dementia clinics in primary care
- Collaborate with key identified stakeholders to map the referral processes and service linkages between RH, primary care, and community partners for integration of mental health with physical health
- Conduct ongoing review on Singapore’s mental healthcare in primary care model including literature review, outcomes and learning points.
- Work with service providers on the timely submission of KPIs and claims for processing and reporting
- Track service provider’s budget utilisation and KPIs
- Develop and put in structure for continuous service and process improvements
- Review and propose recommendations for capability building needs of the primary care sector, working with relevant stakeholders in providing the required training in accordance to the tiered care model competencies
- Coordinate and work closely with the identified RH on the plans for training to strengthen the capability of the primary care providers. Work closely with the primary care providers and Regional Health Systems to build required capability in supporting Healthier SG efforts in going upstream focusing on preventive care and social-health integration
Job Requirements:
- Degree in any discipline with at least 2-3 years of relevant experience in healthcare or community sectors
- Experience in hospital, primary care or community sector development and/ multi-agency work in healthcare/social care industry will be preferred
- Process knowledge in programme management, implementing new programmes, facilitation, design thinking and/or knowledge of the healthcare or social industry
- Able to manage multiple projects with excellent project management skills and to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communicator (verbal, in writing) with good interpersonal skills and an interest to enhance care for seniors
- Responsible, independent and a good team player