Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Enhancing Lives Nurse within Substance Misuse Services Harm Reduction Team. The available post will support the counties of Wrexham and Flintshire.
Working to a low-threshold, harm reduction approach, the post holder will under indirect supervision provide comprehensive assessment and treatment of individuals who have drug and alcohol related problems and complex needs in relation to homelessness, mental health and offending behaviour.
Main duties of the job
To use a low-threshold and assertive outreach approach to work as an autonomous practitioner within sphere of competency in a range of community settings.
The post will involve working with a fluid caseload of individuals that are experiencing complex needs, there will be a need to take an innovative approach, and to liaise widely within BCUHB, other statutory services and with third sector agencies to ensure high quality services for the individuals.
Use effective communication skills to engage, motivate and maintain individuals in contact with services and to be responsible for the development and continuous evaluation of treatment programmes as appropriate.
Bring enhanced skills / knowledge from own professionDevelop an enhanced / lead role within the team.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- NMC registration
- Post graduate level of study (diploma / degree) in an appropriate area, or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Awareness of professional boundaries.
Desirable
- Substance misuse/harm reduction related academic qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a band 5 and meeting enhanced competencies / specialist clinical knowledge.
- Ability to recognise and respond to behaviours that challenge.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a community setting, professional knowledge of substance misuse/harm reduction.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to work unsupervised.
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Data collection skills.
- Demonstrate ability to support and supervise staff.
Desirable
- A relevant second language.
Values
Essential
- Knowledge of evidenced based health and social care interventions.
- Awareness of the changing health agenda for NHS Wales.
- Awareness of local and National harm reduction and substance misuse issues
Desirable
- Professional knowledge of Harm Reduction and Substance Misuse.
- Specialist awareness of drugs effects and appropriate / available treatment interventions
Other
Essential
- Professional approach, time management skills, change management skills, confidence and ability to work positively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to make own travel arrangements for work purposes.
- Ability to travel within and outside recognised county boundaries
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- NMC registration
- Post graduate level of study (diploma / degree) in an appropriate area, or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Awareness of professional boundaries.
Desirable
- Substance misuse/harm reduction related academic qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a band 5 and meeting enhanced competencies / specialist clinical knowledge.
- Ability to recognise and respond to behaviours that challenge.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a community setting, professional knowledge of substance misuse/harm reduction.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to work unsupervised.
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Data collection skills.
- Demonstrate ability to support and supervise staff.
Desirable
- A relevant second language.
Values
Essential
- Knowledge of evidenced based health and social care interventions.
- Awareness of the changing health agenda for NHS Wales.
- Awareness of local and National harm reduction and substance misuse issues
Desirable
- Professional knowledge of Harm Reduction and Substance Misuse.
- Specialist awareness of drugs effects and appropriate / available treatment interventions
Other
Essential
- Professional approach, time management skills, change management skills, confidence and ability to work positively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to make own travel arrangements for work purposes.
- Ability to travel within and outside recognised county boundaries
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).
