Nurse - Dual Diagnosis

Change Grow Live is a charity committed to making a positive difference in the lives of the people we support. We offer care, understanding, and respect in a safe and inclusive environment. We value every individual’s unique journey and work collaboratively to provide the most suitable care and treatment options tailored to their needs.

Our core values—Be Open, Be Compassionate, Be Bold—guide everything we do. Together, we empower individuals to change the direction of their lives, grow as people, and live to their full potential.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Registered  Mental Health with Dual Diagnosis experience  to join our Newham service.

Our team is multi-disciplinary, comprising a service manager, consultant psychiatrists, doctors, nurses, healthcare assistants, recovery staff, volunteers, administrators, and peer mentors. Together, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality care and interventions to those who access our support.

If you're passionate about person-centered care and looking to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Where: Newham

Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week 

Full Time Salary Range:  £36,635.38 - £42,743.46 based (pro rata for part time) 

Allowances: £4,072.06 Inner London Weighting (pro rata for part time)

Contract Type: 12 month fixed term contract

About the role:

• Your role will involve close collaboration with Newham's Community Mental Health Team (CMHT), utilising your in-depth knowledge and ability to co-work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide bespoke interventions for identified service users, with the aim of engaging people in the most appropriate service for their needs, reducing re-presentations and bringing about positive client outcomes.
• Support the development of joint working protocols with mental health services and substance misuse services (including: Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs), Improving Access to Psychological Therapies services).
• Review service users presenting to services and undertake specialist mental health assessments as required.
• Identify the training and support needs of colleagues working with this group of service users and deliver training or provide support as appropriate.
• Identify any gaps in dual diagnosis provision and provide examples of good practice to inform future pathway and service design.
• Improve communication and referral pathways between substance misuse and mental health teams and other services involved in the care and treatment of people with dual
  diagnosis.
• Provide a case management role for identified dual diagnosis service users as appropriate.

About you:

• You are a registered Mental Health Nurse with a current NMC PIN and hold a qualification in mental health treatment.
• You bring valuable experience as a Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN), demonstrating expertise in delivering person-centered care in community settings.
• You bring a wealth of experience in working with individuals facing dual diagnosis, particularly supporting those with co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges.
• Your background in community-based care equips you to deliver holistic, person-centred support, fostering recovery and promoting well-being in complex situations.

• You are experienced in managing caseloads of clients with complex needs, excelling in organisational and prioritisation skills to provide high-quality care.

• You possess advanced knowledge of therapeutic interventions tailored for individuals with dual diagnoses and the expertise to apply these strategies effectively.

• Additionally, you are well-versed in current policies, guidance, and legislation related to mental health, substance misuse, and dual diagnosis, ensuring your practice consistently aligns with the highest standards.

• A dedicated professional, you are committed to continuous learning and development to enhance your knowledge and skills. You also contribute to the growth and learning of others, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

What we will give to you:

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising annually for first 5 years’ service (pro rata).
• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week.
• ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
• A friendly and supportive team.
• Training, career development & progression opportunities.
• Free eye tests.
• Discounts on a variety of products.
• Protected CPD.

Please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria on your application as this will be used in the shortlisting process.