Job summary
Achieve Treatment and Recovery Services (TRS) in Bury, Bolton Salford and Trafford (BBST) brings together people from a range of organisations, backgrounds and experience to deliver services, opportunities, treatments and therapies for people seeking help in tackling their own substance use, or that of a loved one. Together we are determined to make a difference to families, communities and people affected by substance use.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work for Achieve TRS.
We are seeking 2 Non-Medical Prescriber with a passion for working with service users within the Drug and Alcohol field to join the clinical team within Achieve. One based in Salford and the other Trafford.
Applicants will be required to work across the BBST footprint.
If you enjoy working in a busy prescribing team, with service users on an individual basis, assisting them to move forward to achieve their goals this post is will offer you the chance to develop your skills as a prescriber and offer you further career development.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for assessment and implementation of substitute prescribed treatment for opiate addiction, alcohol and opiate detoxification, relapse prevention medications. There will also be a requirement to offer interventions with regards to Blood Bourne Virus testing and immunisations.
Excellent communication skills are essential as you will be liaising with staff at all levels, as well as members of the public and external organisations.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake needs led assessments of people with substance misuse problems, assessing the physical and psychological needs of service users from a nursing bias
To assess and manage risk, working with service users, their families, and other agencies where appropriate, to minimise risk and encourage those affected to adopt safer practices and live healthier lifestyles.
To provide effective care, ensuring the delivery of evidence-based interventions to encourage recovery
To prescribe in agreement with GMMH Trust NMP Policy and within SMS local guidelines and SOP.
To prescribe independently within personal formulary following local service and Trust policy and procedure.
To plan, deliver, and evaluate healthcare assessments, prioritising health care needs for individuals
To provide a range of healthcare interventions including basic wound care, BBV testing, immunisations, ECG, LFT etc
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake needs led assessments of people with substance misuse problems, assessing the physical and psychological needs of service users from a nursing bias
To assess and manage risk, working with service users, their families, and other agencies where appropriate, to minimise risk and encourage those affected to adopt safer practices and live healthier lifestyles.
To provide effective care, ensuring the delivery of evidence-based interventions to encourage recovery
To prescribe in agreement with GMMH Trust NMP Policy and within SMS local guidelines and SOP.
To prescribe independently within personal formulary following local service and Trust policy and procedure.
To plan, deliver, and evaluate healthcare assessments, prioritising health care needs for individuals
To provide a range of healthcare interventions including basic wound care, BBV testing, immunisations, ECG, LFT etc
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Registered Non - Medical Prescriber
Desirable
- Post education qualification relevant to addictions
Experience
Essential
- oA minimum of four years' experience working with service users in a health or social care setting
- oExperience of inducting and mentoring junior members of staff
- oExperience of maintaining quality standards in ones work
Knowledge
Essential
- oKnowledge of the physical, psychological and social effects of substance misuse and appropriate interventions
- oAn understanding of the complex needs of this client group
- oUnderstanding of current national policy and initiatives in relation to working in the substance misuse field
Desirable
- oKnowledge of Opiate and Alcohol Detoxification within the community
Skills
Essential
- Ability to handle challenging situations and behave in a professional manner
- oTo have a positive regard for substance misusers and to understand the importance of involving them in their care
Desirable
- Ability to present information in an effective and professional manner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Registered Non - Medical Prescriber
Desirable
- Post education qualification relevant to addictions
Experience
Essential
- oA minimum of four years' experience working with service users in a health or social care setting
- oExperience of inducting and mentoring junior members of staff
- oExperience of maintaining quality standards in ones work
Knowledge
Essential
- oKnowledge of the physical, psychological and social effects of substance misuse and appropriate interventions
- oAn understanding of the complex needs of this client group
- oUnderstanding of current national policy and initiatives in relation to working in the substance misuse field
Desirable
- oKnowledge of Opiate and Alcohol Detoxification within the community
Skills
Essential
- Ability to handle challenging situations and behave in a professional manner
- oTo have a positive regard for substance misusers and to understand the importance of involving them in their care
Desirable
- Ability to present information in an effective and professional manner
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
Bolton Bury Salford and Trafford
King Street Eccles, Chester Road Trafford
Salford, Trafford
M30 0AE
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
