What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outreach Non Medical Prescriber position at Change Grow Live?
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 an Outreach Non-Medical Prescriber
We're thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity for an Outreach Non-Medical Prescriber to join our dedicated team in Stevenage. 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 toward growth and well-being.
Location: Peterborough
Full Time Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Full Time Salary Range: £47,792.23 - £53,329.99
Contract Type: Fixed term until 31st March 2026
*Please note: 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 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:
- As an Outreach Non-Medical Prescriber, you will be required to work peripatetically. This will include working out in the communities and within partnership hubs.
- Assess, diagnose, plan; implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for those accessing clinical treatment.
- Clinically assess service user's needs and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Identify and assess suitability of individuals for in-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification as appropriate.
- Proactively review and manage clinical treatment plans of the service users.
- 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.
Please ensure your application reflect how your skills and experiences align with the role outlined in the job description.
Let's make a difference together at Change Grow Live!
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
CGL points 43 to 48 (£47,792.23 - £53,329.99)ILW / OLW /Fringe
N/A - Outside London Weighting AreaClosing Date
30/4/2025If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
Emily Moone | emily.moone@cgl.org.ukThis post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Salary : $47,792 - $53,330
