Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an NHS mental health setting with Dual Diagnosis Services
• Experience of using word processing and database use as well as a willingness to improve existing skill base A/I

Desirable

• Experience of working in an addiction community setting
• Experience of working in a team
• Experience in collecting research data for clinical settings

Qualifications

Essential

• GSCE English and Math or equivalent Grade C or above
• BsC in Psychology
• Dual Diagnosis Training

Desirable

• MsC in Early Intervention or Mental health studies

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of clinical intervention appropriate to the care of Dual Diagnosis patients
• Understanding of harm reduction, and relapse prevention in relation to cannabis dependence
• Effective assessment and engagement skills A/I
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to organise and manage time effectively and work autonomously A/I
• IT skills in relation to clinical notes and report writing A/I

Desirable

• Experience in running groups with Dual Diagnosis patients
• Up to date knowledge of the impact of cannabis use on psychosis outcome
• Use of power point and SPSS or other statistical
• Advanced clinical decision-making, leadership, training delivery

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Closing Date: 04 November 2025

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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