Substance Misuse Prescribing Specialist

Position Overview

As a vital member of a diverse and collaborative team, the Non-Medical Prescriber will play a key role in delivering recovery-focused interventions for individuals facing challenges related to substance use. This position involves:

Providing care to clients seeking assistance.

Initiating and modifying prescriptions for opiate and alcohol substitute therapies, along with other relevant medications.

Leading the development of the prescribing clinic, serving as a resource for colleagues and partner organizations regarding prescribing matters.

Working in the field of substance misuse offers a dynamic and fulfilling environment. At Change Grow Live, we are committed to the belief that every individual has the potential to evolve, improve, and achieve their fullest potential.

As part of the Change Grow Live team, you will empower individuals to reach their goals and positively impact their lives.

We provide opportunities for professional growth and development, encouraging all staff to dedicate a wellbeing hour each week. Our Non-Medical Prescribers benefit from monthly continuing professional development time and receive robust support for revalidation. We foster a strong peer network and facilitate a monthly prescriber’s forum.

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking a Non-Medical Prescriber to conduct prescribing assessments and reviews with service users while collaborating with a supportive multidisciplinary team. Effective partnership and meticulous attention to detail are essential.

The ideal candidate will have experience engaging with individuals facing multiple and/or complex needs and demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving. Familiarity with one or more of the following areas is required:

• Substance Misuse
• Mental Health
• Homelessness
• Criminal Justice

Every day presents unique challenges, and we treat each individual as distinct, making flexibility, curiosity, and active listening crucial attributes.

Documentation of your activities is necessary, so a penchant for paperwork and detail orientation is important. However, the majority of your time will be spent engaging with diverse individuals, making a meaningful difference in their lives.

About Change Grow Live

Our Core Belief

At Change Grow Live, we fundamentally believe in the potential of individuals. This belief underpins all our efforts.

For those utilizing our services: we empathize with your journey. We approach without judgment, confident in your ability to enact positive changes in your life.

For our employees and volunteers: we recognize your potential and the impactful, transformative work you can accomplish.

Our Mission and Vision

Our mission is to assist individuals in altering the trajectory of their lives, fostering personal growth, and enabling them to live to their fullest potential.

We envision a future where we develop, implement, and share a holistic approach that positively influences society.

Diversity within our team is a strength that enhances our organization.

We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds to ensure we provide the best possible experience for those utilizing our services and to cultivate an exceptional workplace at Change Grow Live.

The safety of vulnerable children, young people, and adults is our utmost priority. We are committed to equipping you with the necessary resources to uphold the safety of service users and those around them to the highest standards.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatment and interventions for service users.
• Conducting clinical assessments to determine service user needs and planning care accordingly.
• Diagnosing and managing care on an individual basis, integrating both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment methods in collaboration with the Recovery Coordinator.
• Identifying and assessing the suitability of service users for inpatient detoxification when appropriate.
• Proactively reviewing and managing clinical treatment plans for service users.
• Prescribing and reviewing medications for therapeutic effectiveness based on service user needs and adhering to evidence-based practices and protocols.
• Supporting service users in adhering to prescribed treatments.
• Providing information and guidance on prescribed, illicit, and over-the-counter medications, including potential side effects and interactions.
• Prioritizing health issues and intervening appropriately in complex or urgent situations, seeking guidance from the Clinical Lead as necessary.
• Assessing and referring patients with mental health needs.
• Updating and referring service users for vaccination and immunization programs while promoting healthy lifestyle choices.

Communication Skills

Utilizing sensitive communication styles to ensure service users are well-informed and consent to treatment.

Effectively communicating with service users and their families, anticipating communication barriers and recognizing the need for alternative methods to accommodate diverse backgrounds and preferences.

Maintaining effective communication within the organization and with external stakeholders, advocating for service users and colleagues as needed.

Being aware of available support and guidance, providing information in accessible formats to all service users, and referring when necessary.

Understanding and adhering to relevant regulatory codes of conduct, organizational policies, and national prescribing competencies.

Producing accurate and complete records of consultations in compliance with legislation and organizational policies.

Prioritizing, organizing, and managing your workload to maintain high-quality standards.

Delivering care in accordance with clinical guidelines and evidence-based practices.

Evaluating the effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking, and formal evaluation, actively participating in the annual appraisal process.

Initiating and participating in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organization.

Utilizing the audit cycle to assess the quality of individual and team performance, implementing improvements as necessary.

Collaborating with other clinical teams to share learning, enhance healthcare quality, and respond to local and national policies and initiatives.

Assessing the impact of policy implementation on care delivery.

Understanding and applying legal frameworks that support the identification of vulnerable individuals and being aware of statutory health procedures and local guidelines.

Leadership Responsibilities

Taking responsibility for personal learning and performance, including participating in regular clinical and peer supervision as part of the Non-Medical Prescriber forum.

Supporting staff development and delivering training as needed.

Encouraging realistic self-assessment among colleagues regarding their knowledge and skills, challenging complacency or actions that do not align with service or organizational values.

Critically evaluating innovations and developments relevant to the role.

Promoting the Non-Medical Prescriber role among team members and stakeholders.

Team Collaboration

Understanding your role and scope, identifying potential for development over time.

Acting as an effective and responsible team member, supporting colleagues and exploring new working methods while modeling organizational values and policies.

Collaborating with colleagues, clearly delegating tasks when appropriate, and adhering to safe practice principles.

Discussing and working with the team to create opportunities for improving client care.

Agreeing on plans and outcomes to measure success.

Risk Management

Managing and assessing risks within your responsibilities, ensuring measures are in place to protect staff and service users.

Monitoring work areas to ensure safety and compliance with health, safety, and security regulations.

Translating national strategies into local implementation plans that align with organizational values.

Information Management

Utilizing technology and appropriate software to aid in the management of care, planning, implementation, and monitoring.

Reviewing and processing data to ensure accurate information retrieval for monitoring and auditing purposes.