Job overview

The Substance Misuse Service provides assessment and clinical treatment for individuals experiencing addiction with drugs and alcohol. We work with a range of people who present with complex and challenging needs. 

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

Main duties of the job

We are currently seeking Band 5 nurses to support clinical interventions. Job role will include the running of clinics to administer medication and holding your own caseload of service users, providing person centred care. It is essential that we ensure holistic care is provided in order to support those in service to reach their recovery goals. Service user’s often present with complex physical and mental health needs in addition to their substance misuse; care and treatment planning should reflect and address these needs. We are looking for a dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic individual who will work in collaboration with service users, carer’s and third parties. There are great learning opportunities within the service to support professional development. 

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.