Non-Medical Prescriber

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The best people have one thing in common.

They care.

At Change Grow Live, we're driven by the belief that we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who use our services. Guided by our core values to be open, compassionate, and bold, we create a safe, supportive environment where each individual is respected, and collaborative efforts are made to identify the best treatment and care options.

Exciting Opportunity for a Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber in West Sussex

We're thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber to join our dedicated team in West Sussex. Our team consists of a diverse group of professionals, including experienced Managers, committed Specialist Doctors, empathetic Nurses, dedicated Recovery Staff, outstanding Peer Mentors, and incredible Volunteers.

Working in Substance Misuse is both dynamic and fulfilling, albeit with its challenges. At Change Grow Live, we firmly believe in the inherent potential of every individual to thrive and lead fulfilling lives. Our aim is to provide unwavering support to those impacted by substance misuse as they navigate their journey towards growth and well-being.

Location: Maidstone West Sussex

Hours: 22.5 per week

Contract: 12 month FTC

*Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

We offer a holistic array of services, from harm minimisation to clinical interventions, psycho-social support, care coordination, and beyond. We're searching for a Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber who is eager to embrace the opportunity to make a positive impact:

The Role:

Under the guidance of the NMP Lead, Assistant Medical Director, and the Service’s Medical Lead, you'll play a pivotal role as part of a diverse team delivering clinical recovery-oriented alcohol and drug intervention services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assess, diagnose, plan; implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for
  those accessing clinical treatment.
• Clinically assess service user needs and plan clinical care accordingly.
• Identify and assess suitability of service users for in-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification as appropriate.
• Proactively review and manage clinical treatment plans of the service user
• Initiating and adjusting prescriptions for opiate and/or alcohol substitute treatments and other related medications.
• Taking the lead in developing the prescribing clinic, serving as a point of contact for colleagues and partner agencies on prescribing matters.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport, or ability to demonstrate easy movement between services, if necessary 

About You:

• A Qualified Pharmacist with current GPhC registration and two years' post-qualification experience OR a first-level registered nurse with a current PIN AND three years post-qualification experience.
• A qualified Non-Medical Prescriber.
• Someone with at least one year's relevant and recent experience in substance misuse treatment.
• Sound and demonstrable knowledge of clinical prescribing issues.

What We Offer:

Joining our team means joining a community where you're valued and supported:

• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.

• Flexible working arrangements 
• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme 
• Protected CPD time 
• Free access to the RCNi learning platform 
• Annual reimbursement of your NMC fee 
• Contributory pension scheme 
• A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. 

Please ensure your application reflect how your skills and experiences align with the role outlined in the job description.

Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Let's make a difference together at Change Grow Live!