Job summary
We are looking for anAssociate Specialistin Substance Use to join our Drug & Alcohol Team on the beautiful Isle of Man, where we are aiming to become the world's best small Island based health and care system.
If you would like to achieve a fantastic work-life balance with a professionally satisfying job, then this could be the role for you.
Main duties of the job
The Drug and Alcohol Team (DAT) provides an Island wide service to residents of the Isle of Man, of any age, struggling withsubstance dependency. Our patient population varies between 350-400 at any given time, with an average of 19 referrals per month.Amongst the services we offer to patients in our care, are community alcohol detoxes, opioid replacement therapies, maintenance and drug detoxes. We also work closely with Tier 2 colleagues to ensure a joined up approach to care.
In this role you will work collaboratively with a dynamic and cohesive Multi-Disciplinary Team of clinicians, trained in many different disciplines and genres. You will also runoutpatient clinics at a variety of locations across the Island, to meet and assess both new and existing patients. In addition to community based clinics, we also offer clinic support to patients at theIsle of Man Prison, and in a needs led fashion, a Pregnancy Support Clinic.
This role is based overarchingly within Integrated Mental Health Services,with clinical supervision and peer support available ongoingly.If you feel this may be the role for you, please contact us for a informal chat and more information.
About us
A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover!
You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Islands close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.
Want to find out more about Island life? Visit www.locate.im to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man!
Job description
Job responsibilities
A workplace that invests in you
A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
Annual leave starting at 27 days and 10 Bank Holidays.
Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.
We recognise the need for all medical staff on the Island to maintain connections with medicine in the United Kingdom and encourage links with other units, as well as providing study leave with pay and expenses to attend approved conferences and workshops.
Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
Free on-site car parking.
Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.
Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.
Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service whichoffers professional counselling, emotional supportand sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.
A relocation package of up to £7,000based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Manx Care
Address
Reayrt Noa
Douglas
Strang
IM4 4RJ