Job summary
The SLAM Addictions Clinical Academic Group, and South London Partnership (SLP) wish to enter into a collaboration to support the needs of those with co-occurring mental health and substance use needs on the six inpatient rehabilitation wards within the SLP footprint. These are:
- Barefoot Lodge (provided by Oxleas)
- Heather Close, Westways and Tony Hillis Unit (provided by South London and Maudsley)
- Burntwood Villas and Phoenix (provided by South West London and St George's).
The MHSIR ways of working will be coproduced with the SLP and each of the wards to ensure it is integrated into the model of care within each unit so that there is a seamless service for the service user. It is expected that the MHSIR and inpatient rehabilitation staff, by working together, will create a team culture with consistent ways of working that will optimise the recovery outcomes of people with mental health and substance use needs.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will lead development and delivery of excellent care for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders within inpatient rehabilitation wards; in line with national best practice guidance, NICE and DoH guidance and Trust policy.
The post holder will also work with ward colleagues of all disciplines to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence in working with people with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders so that it is a core aspect of the work of all team members. S/he will promote understanding of the effect that substance use can have on inpatient care/treatment, eg length of stay, risk to physical health, incidence of Absent Without Leave (AWOLs), safeguarding adults, collaborative recovery and support planning during admission and post discharge.
The post holder will work with teams to maintain safe environments; minimising the use of substances on Trust premises and the harms that substances can have on service users, staff and visitors alike. This is inclusive of practical hands on approaches to support staff with searches, safe disposal of substances and close liaison with local security management specialists, police, site managers and drug dog handlers where applicable.
The Post Holder will support the development of excellent relationships with partner agencies to promote effective collaborative working and seamless care pathways.
About us
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a highly specialist nursing / substance use service to the mental health and substance use inpatient rehab service (MHSIR) including specialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes.
- To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a safe environment.
- To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate, functioning as a lead specialist in co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
- To undertake service evaluation, audit and research.
- To work as an autonomous professional within the NMC code of conduct, and guided by principles and policies or procedures of the service, taking responsibility for interpreting policies within defined parameters.
- To agree outcomes/results with clinical/professional lead and to decide how they are best achieved.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a highly specialist nursing / substance use service to the mental health and substance use inpatient rehab service (MHSIR) including specialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes.
- To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a safe environment.
- To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate, functioning as a lead specialist in co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
- To undertake service evaluation, audit and research.
- To work as an autonomous professional within the NMC code of conduct, and guided by principles and policies or procedures of the service, taking responsibility for interpreting policies within defined parameters.
- To agree outcomes/results with clinical/professional lead and to decide how they are best achieved.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- A qualification in mental health nursing (RMN or part 13 of the NMC register), general nursing (RGN or part 12 or the NMC register)
- Professional registration with NMC
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Mentorship/ENB998 or other Assessment and/or Teaching in Practice equivalent qualifications
Desirable
- A qualification in a relevant area of practice
- Degree in nursing or relevant profession
- Non-Medical Prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post qualification experience of working with/managing a caseload of people with co-occurring mental health and substance misuse problems
- Working in busy challenging clinical setting and prioritising duties to maintain safety
- Liaison with a range of professionals and agencies
- Supporting the implementation of clinical practice improvement initiatives
Desirable
- Working clinically within a substance misuse team
- Involvement in audit projects and research
Knowledge / Skills and abilities
Essential
- Current MH, substance misuse policy and best practice guidance and legislation
- Understanding of and commitment to principles of equal opportunity, fair access and service user empowerment
- Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment for people with co-occurring MH and substance use issues
- Using relevant tools and guidelines to facilitate comprehensive assessments, plan, implement and evaluate the care of individuals with complex needs
- Work collaboratively across teams and organisational boundaries, negotiating complex organisational structures and processes
- Communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with service users, carers and colleagues
- Advanced IT skills including input and analysis of data
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant legislation
- Ability to facilitate therapeutic groups
- The ability to demonstrate and develop leadership skills
- Ability to deliver team teaching/training
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- A qualification in mental health nursing (RMN or part 13 of the NMC register), general nursing (RGN or part 12 or the NMC register)
- Professional registration with NMC
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Mentorship/ENB998 or other Assessment and/or Teaching in Practice equivalent qualifications
Desirable
- A qualification in a relevant area of practice
- Degree in nursing or relevant profession
- Non-Medical Prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post qualification experience of working with/managing a caseload of people with co-occurring mental health and substance misuse problems
- Working in busy challenging clinical setting and prioritising duties to maintain safety
- Liaison with a range of professionals and agencies
- Supporting the implementation of clinical practice improvement initiatives
Desirable
- Working clinically within a substance misuse team
- Involvement in audit projects and research
Knowledge / Skills and abilities
Essential
- Current MH, substance misuse policy and best practice guidance and legislation
- Understanding of and commitment to principles of equal opportunity, fair access and service user empowerment
- Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment for people with co-occurring MH and substance use issues
- Using relevant tools and guidelines to facilitate comprehensive assessments, plan, implement and evaluate the care of individuals with complex needs
- Work collaboratively across teams and organisational boundaries, negotiating complex organisational structures and processes
- Communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with service users, carers and colleagues
- Advanced IT skills including input and analysis of data
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant legislation
- Ability to facilitate therapeutic groups
- The ability to demonstrate and develop leadership skills
- Ability to deliver team teaching/training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
