Job responsibilities To respond to duty referrals daily via telephone and people visiting the service. To undertake comprehensive holistic assessments of people with substance use issues. To maintain up-to-date clinical records and documentation in line with agreed local policies and procedure. To ensure that own practice and knowledge is maintained at all times. To work in partnership with the GIA partners, and other statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure that the appropriate care needs are met. To maintain the safety of those that use our services and that of other team members. Recognising the potential for or signs of patient harm, abuse or neglect. Provide drug and alcohol screening on an as required basis. To liaise with prescribers from within the service regarding prescriptions changes and issues. To liaise with pharmacies to support prescribing needs for people accessing the service. Support other staff by providing advice on complex issues to other members of the team and staff from other disciplines. To hold a caseload when required. Undertakes urgent and priority assessments, including comprehensive risk assessments. Responsible for decision making and coordination in a crisis situation, with support from Duty Management when required. Support people who present to the team when their Care Coordinator is absent from work and the person requires an urgent response. To liaise with other services i.e. Police, A & E, Community Mental Health Teams. Support members of the team with other specialist assessments, as required. To support students on placement.