Specialist Harm Reduction/Addictions Nurse

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; Abergavenny; Presencial; GBP 41.000 - 49.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

NHS benefits package

Flexible working where possible

Learning and development opportunities

Resumo da vaga

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is seeking a Specialist Harm Reduction/Addictions Nurse (Band 6) to join ABSDAS North Team in Abergavenny. The post involves complex assessments and delivering harm reduction interventions within a community-based service for adults with drug and/or alcohol dependence.

You will work closely with multi-disciplinary colleagues to identify needs, coordinate care, and improve health outcomes, while leading on clinical governance and staff development.

Qualificações

• Mental health or Adult nurse qualification.
• Counselling/therapy qualification.
• Experience of working with substance use/associated complexities.

Responsabilidades

• Provide specialist assessment, treatment and harm reduction interventions for individuals with drug and alcohol use.
• Manage a complex caseload with autonomous clinical decision-making.
• Coordinate care across multiple agencies and contribute to safeguarding and governance.
• Deliver clinical leadership and workforce development within ABSDAS.
• Support delivery of evidence-based substance use services across ABUHB.

Conhecimentos

Counselling/therapy qualification

Formação

Mental health or Adult nurse qualification

Descrição da vaga

Specialist Harm Reduction/Addictions Nurse

Band 6

Main area Mental Health / Addictions Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours 37.5 hours per week (Full time - 37.5 hours per week) Job ref 040-NMR374-1126

Site ABSDAS North Team Town Abergavenny Salary £40,559 - £48,841 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 18/11/2026 23:59

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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mental Health or Adult Nurse to join Aneurin Bevan Specialist Drug and Alcohol Service (ABSDAS).

ABSDAS is a community based service that provides treatment for drug and/or alcohol dependent adults aged 18 and over.

The post holder will work with complex service users to comprehensively assess their needs, identify options to meet those needs, and negotiate and review appropriate care within the parameters of ABSDAS eligibility criteria.

The post holder will deliver treatment, therapeutic intervention and support to those who have individualised, complex issues alongside their substance use. The nature of this role necessitates detailed, comprehensive and robust assessment and care, that addresses all aspects of someone's psycho social needs to promote progressive and positive change.

Main duties of the job

The Specialist Harm Reduction/Addictions Nurse will responsible for providing specialist assessment, treatment, care coordination and harm reduction interventions for individuals affected by drug and alcohol use. The post holder will manage a complex caseload, provide autonomous clinical decision-making, coordinate care across multiple agencies and contribute to safeguarding, clinical governance, education and service development activities. The role combines advanced addictions nursing practice with specialist harm reduction expertise, supporting recovery, improving health outcomes and reducing substance-related harm across local communities. The post holder will provide clinical leadership, support workforce development and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based substance use services across Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long‑term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Person specification

Qualifications

• Mental health or Adult nurse qualification
• Counselling/therapy qualification

Experience

• Experience of working with substance use/associated complexities

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.