Clinical Nurse Specialist / Dual Diagnosis (Complex Housing Needs)

The REACH Team (Reducing Exclusion for Adults with Complex Housing needs), based in Scarborough, supports those who have complex multiple disadvantage needs and homelessness.

The team utilises an assertive approach to connection and care,to support clients in a holistic way, working as a multi-agency 'one team' around the person to ensure the housing, care and wider needs of the client are met.

The ability to build therapeutic connections with vulnerable individuals who have experienced trauma and homelessness as well asmanaging complex and fast changing situations in a community setting are key skills to the role.

As part of the role, access to training in brief and motivational interventions, harm reduction, and substance use related skills will be expected. Given the complexity of the clinical interventions and care offered access to regular supervision is provided.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

The post holder will operate autonomously, applying a high level of professional judgement in complex clinical situations. Key responsibilities include informed decision-making, the assessment and management of referrals, and the provision of specialist consultation and advice.

The post holder will be confident in working independently to manage a caseload of patients with complex housing needs and dual diagnosis presentations.

The role requires advanced knowledge of risk associated with complex housing needs and dual diagnosis, with responsibility for providing expert clinical advice and guidance to colleagues within the service and to professionals across the wider Trust on effective risk management strategies.

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

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