Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber

We're thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber to join our dedicated team in Newham. 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. 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 tangible difference Where: Newham Hours: 30 per week Contract: Fixed term until 24th September 2027 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. Responsibilities: The Role: Under the guidance of the 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.
• Pro-actively 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.
  
  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.
  
  At Change Grow Live, we're driven by the belief that we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our Service Users. 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.
  
  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.