Non-Medical Prescriber

As directed by the NMP Lead, Assistant Medical Director and the Services Medical Lead, the post-holder will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency team delivering recovery orientated alcohol and drug intervention services. The role holder will:

• Offer care for presenting clients.
• Initiate prescribing of and/or make amendments to prescriptions of opiate and/or alcohol substitute treatments and other related medications.
• Take a lead role in developing the prescribing clinic, acting as a point of contact for other workers and partner agencies around prescribing issues.
Substance misuse is a vibrant and rewarding environment to work in. At Change Grow Live we believe that everyone has the capacity to grow, develop and live their best lives. As a part of Change Grow Live team, youll help people get to where they want to be and make a difference in their lives. Change Grow Live offers opportunities for growth and development and all of our staff are encouraged to take a wellbeing hour every week. Our NMPs benefit from half a day a month CPD time and active support with revalidation. We encourage a strong peer network and there is a facilitated monthly prescriber's forum.

We are looking for a Non-Medical Prescriber to carry out prescribing assessments and reviews with service users and work collaboratively with a supportive and friendly multidisciplinary team. Good partnership working is essential as well as attention to detail. You will have some experience of engaging with individuals with multiple and/or complex needs and demonstrate a determined approach to finding solutions. Some knowledge of one or more of the following is required:
• Substance Misuse
• Mental Health
• Homelessness
• Criminal Justice
No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key. You will have to record information about what you do, so enjoying a bit of paperwork and attention to detail is important. But most of the time you will be enjoying working with people from all backgrounds, making a difference to their lives.

Believe in people At Change Grow Live, above all else we believe in people. It's the one thing that acts as a foundation for all our work. If you use our services: we understand what you're going through. We won't judge. We believe you can make positive changes in your life. If you work or volunteer for us: we believe in your potential. We believe you can do brilliant, life-changing work. Our mission and vision Our mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. The vision we're working towards is to develop, deliver and share a whole person approach that changes society. We believe that having diverse people working as part of our team makes us the organisation that we are. We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and to make Change Grow Live a great place to work. The safety of vulnerable children, young people and adults is our absolute priority. We will support you in your role to make sure that you are equipped to support the safety of people who use our services and those around them, to the highest standard possible.

£47,085.94 to £52,541.86 a year Pro Rata, depending on experience