Integrated substance misuse and mental health services - HMP Garth
This is an advert for a registered nurse RMN to work within the integrated health service at HMP Garth.
HMP Garth is based in Leyland, Lancashire and is easily accessible by public transport. It is a Male Category B prison that has just entered the high secure estate.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting and dynamic role for the post holders who will be looking to expand their knowledge in health and justice services. The post holders will hold a caseload of people who they will work with in providing a package of care into their substance misuse problems, and they will support their mental health needs. They will safely manage and contribute to the clinical element of the substance misuse team, working in collaboration with other health agencies.
The post holder will be involved in multi-agency working with the psychosocial team (Delphi) working together to meet the needs of the population. They will also work closely with the prison staff/governors maintaining the close working relationship that is established with HMPPS staff.
The post holder will enjoy working within a busy, friendly and professional team, and Greater Manchester Mental Health is keen to support and develop all new members of staff with their training and development needs.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information relating to the role.
Staff benefits
* Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
* 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years.
* Excellent pension.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Salary sacrifice car scheme.
* Wellbeing programme.
* Blue Light Card Discounts.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Mental Health Nurse or working towards.
Desirable
* SMS Qualification.
Experience
Essential
* Experience of delivering clinical care and medications.
Desirable
* Experience of substance misuse services.
Knowledge
Essential
* Awareness of offender health issues.
Desirable
* Knowledge of Opioid Substitution Treatment (OST).
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
HMP Garth
Leyland
PR26 8NE
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