Autonomous Community Substance Misuse Practitioner

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wales; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in North Wales is seeking a Band 5 Health Care Professional to provide comprehensive assessment and treatment for individuals struggling with substance misuse. The role involves managing a case load in community settings, developing tailored treatment programs, and engaging service users effectively. Candidates should possess a relevant clinical qualification and have experience in community settings. Fluency in Welsh is desirable, but applications are welcome in both Welsh and English.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of evidence-based health and social care interventions.
• Awareness of professional boundaries in substance misuse.
• Professional knowledge of substance misuse services.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment and treatment interventions for substance misuse.
• Engage and maintain service users in contact with services.
• Develop and evaluate treatment programmes tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Data collection skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Professional approach

Education

Professional clinical qualification (i.e. Social Worker, Occupational Therapist)

Substance misuse related academic qualification

Job description

A leading health organization in North Wales is seeking a Band 5 Health Care Professional to provide comprehensive assessment and treatment for individuals struggling with substance misuse. The role involves managing a case load in community settings, developing tailored treatment programs, and engaging service users effectively. Candidates should possess a relevant clinical qualification and have experience in community settings. Fluency in Welsh is desirable, but applications are welcome in both Welsh and English.