Job summary
We are seeking 2 skilled and motivated Non-Medical Prescribers (NMP) to contribute to our provisions in Lancashire. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care for Lancashire.

One position which will cover all of Lancashire however it will predominantly cover North Lancashire (Choice of base from Lancaster, Fleetwood or St Annes) the other positon available will be Preston based focusing on working with our Street Outreach Team.

This exciting role focuses on engaging people who are experiencing rough sleeping, or who are at risk of rough sleeping, and supporting them to access drug and alcohol treatment, harm reduction interventions and wider recovery support.

This is a rewarding and varied role for someone who is resilient, compassionate and motivated to improve outcomes for people facing multiple disadvantage. Working flexibly across community and street-based settings, you will build trusting relationships, reduce barriers to treatment and provide assertive outreach to individuals who we might usually struggle to engage with traditional services.

Where: Lancashire Countywide
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent

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.

Main duties of the job
At Change Grow Live, we do not just provide a job we offer the chance to make a genuine difference. You will be supported in your role with training, development opportunities, and a welcoming team that is as passionate about change as you are.

As an NMP, you will play a key role in delivering recovery-focused alcohol and drug intervention services. This includes:

• Assessing and treating service users: Offering care tailored to their needs, prescribing or adjusting opiate and/or alcohol substitute treatments and other related medications.
• Developing the prescribing clinic: Acting as a go-to expert for colleagues and partner agencies on prescribing matters.
• Supporting people on their recovery journey: Ensuring a compassionate and professional approach to help service users achieve their goals.

What We Are Looking For

• A qualified and experienced Non-Medical Prescriber.
• Someone passionate about making a positive impact.
• A team player with strong communication skills who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• A professional who is eager to support individuals in their recovery, promoting hope and empowerment.
• At least one year's relevant and recent experience of working within substance misuse treatment.
• Sound and demonstrable knowledge of harm reduction and health promotion interventions.
• Ability to assess and recovery plan service users and formulate written reports as necessary.
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively, verbally and in writing.

Job responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, plan; implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for service users.
• Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to service user needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and local protocols, and within scope of practice.
• Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the service user in complex, urgent or emergency situations seeking immediate advice and direction from the Clinical Lead if needed.
• Assess, update, and refer service users for BBV vaccination and immunisation programmes. Support service users to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles.
• Communicate effectively with service users and carers, anticipating barriers to communication and recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.
• Maintain effective communication within the organisational environment and with external stakeholders, acting as an advocate for service users and colleagues where necessary.
• Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking, and formal evaluation. Be actively involved in the annual appraisal system.

Leadership

• Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in regular clinical supervision and peer supervision as part of the NMP forum.
• Support staff development, delivering training when necessary.
• Encourage others to make realistic self-assessment of their application of knowledge and skills, challenging any complacency or actions that are not in the interest of the service or service users or aligned with organisational values.
• Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to the area of work.
• Promote the role of the NMP amongst the team and stakeholders.

Risk Management

• Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and service users.
• Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Interpret national strategies and policies into local implementation strategies that are aligned to the values of the organisation.

Managing Information

• Use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in planning, implementation and monitoring of care, presenting and communicating information.
• Review and process data in order to ensure easy and accurate information retrieval for monitoring and audit processes.

Qualifications and experience (essential)

• Qualified pharmacist with current GPhC registration and two years post-qualification experience OR First level registered nurse with a current PIN AND three years post qualification experience.
• Post-graduation qualification in drugs and/or alcohol (e.g. RCGP).

Desirable

• Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber.
• Clinical auditing skills to inform evaluation of the service and identify areas for development.
• Motivational interviewing techniques.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport, or ability to demonstrate easy movement between services, if necessary.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For questions about the job, contact: Lisa Curtis, Lisa.Curtis@cgl.org.uk

Change Grow Live is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds.