Substance Misuse Liaison Practitioner

5 months ago


Wrexham, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

As an associate substance misuse practitioner you will manage a clinical caseload of men who use substances ensuring appropriate assessment and treatment interventions are provided and care plan goals are agreed and achieved.

You will plan, deliver and evaluate interventions and/or treatments when there are complex issues. You will discuss the treatment plan and the related needs with the service user and the wider SMS and Health team and will understand his / her own role in delivering interventions and / or treatments within the plan.

You will identify any specific precautions or contra-indications to the proposed interventions /treatments and take the appropriate action.

You will support and monitor patients throughout, promptly alerting the line manager when there are unexpected changes in individuals’ health and wellbeing or level of risk.

You will support the Psychosocial and clinical caseworkers to manage health promotion initiatives and harm reduction messages

You will provide information to the Substance Misuse team on how individuals’ needs are changing and feedback on the appropriateness of the individual’s treatment plan when there are issues.

You will prepare for, undertakes and record interventions / treatments correctly, and in line with legislation, policies and procedures and / or established protocols.

Looking for a new working experience?

Have you ever thought of transferring your skills to a prison environment?

Are you looking to develop and gain extra experience in a challenging but rewarding role?

The Job Requirements

You will have a passion for helping people who use substances and improving their quality of life

What we Offer

**Excellent staff benefits**: childcare vouchers, health and wellbeing services, cycle to work scheme and relocation package where appropriate.
We welcome flexible working and will consider part-time applicants.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.



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