Non-medical Prescriber

Overview:
Believe in People?

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 **Waltham Forest****

We're thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity for a **Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber** to join our dedicated team in Waltham Forest. 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**: Waltham Forest

**Hours**: 37.5 per week

**Salary**: £47,085.94 - £52,541.86 pro rata (dependent on experience)

**Allowances**: £2,080.07 Outer London Weighting

**Contract**:Permanent

**Responsibilities**:
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.

**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:

- Enjoy 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), with annual increases for the first 5 years.
- Embrace a paid 'Wellness' hour every week to nurture your own well-being.
- Access our 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assistance Programme for additional support.
- Contribute to a contributory pension scheme that invests in your future.
- Thrive in a supportive team environment with ample training and career progression opportunities.
- Receive competitive rates of pay, along with free eye tests and product discounts.
- Participate in our refer-a-friend voucher scheme.
- Benefit from protected CPD time to invest in your professional growth.

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