Addictions Therapist

Priory Group; Bromley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity at Priory Group for a qualified Addictions Therapist to join the Addiction Treatment Programmes team. The role involves delivering group therapy in an acute mental health setting and requires experience in addictions treatment alongside necessary qualifications. The organization offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and development.

Benefits

Access to CPD (Continued Professional Development)

Clear salary progression plan

Clear career pathway

Access to employee assistance programme

Access to Priory Benefits Portal

Funded DBS

33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Additional annual leave with service

Qualifications

• Fully qualified and accredited Addictions Therapist.
• Experience in delivering group therapy.
• Familiar with abstinence-based treatment principles.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating specialist psycho-educational and relapse prevention therapy groups.
• Conducting individual sessions and completing assessments.
• Developing treatment plans for patients referred to addictions service.

Skills

Group therapy

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Counselling

BACP Accreditation

Job description

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Priory Hospital Hayes Grove, Kent, Prestons Road, Hayes, Bromley, BR2 7AS

Priory Group Division

Hours

37.5

Vacancy Type

Permanent - Full Time

Job Advert Location Description

An opportunity has arisen for a fully qualified and accredited Addictions Therapist with experience of delivering group therapy to join our team supporting our Addiction Treatment Programmes in a private acute mental health setting.

We offer intensive, abstinence-based programmes with high levels of group therapy and a strong emphasis on aftercare support.

The successful candidate will have experience in the field, be familiar with abstinence-based treatment principles, especially the 12-step informed approach, and hold at least a Level 5 Diploma in counselling or a relevant professional qualification in addictions. Full BACP accreditation is required.

This full-time role involves facilitating specialist psycho-educational and relapse prevention therapy groups, conducting individual sessions, and completing assessments and treatment plans for patients referred to our addictions service.

Our service is supported by a friendly multidisciplinary team, with regular supervision, staff support groups, and annual appraisals. Good communication skills and flexibility are essential.

Applications from those working towards BACP accreditation within the next 6-12 months will be considered, with a revised salary banding of £27,810-£36,050 pro rata, depending on experience, until full accreditation is achieved.

Please note, the successful candidate should be available to work Monday to Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Thursday from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm, with occasional rotational Saturday shifts from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Why Priory?

Our business attracts great people, and we have created an environment for them to achieve great things. We offer excellent learning and development resources, supporting your career growth through dynamic learning opportunities.

We also recognize and reward contributions with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Access to CPD (Continued Professional Development)
• Clear salary progression plan
• Clear career pathway
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Access to Priory Benefits Portal
• Funded DBS
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Additional annual leave with service

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is a private 46-bed acute psychiatric hospital for adults, located near London in Hayes, Kent. It provides care for various mental health issues, including acute conditions, addiction, and eating disorders. The hospital is accessible by excellent transport links and has local parking facilities.

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About us

As one of the UK’s leading providers of behavioural care and support services, Priory offers challenging and fulfilling careers supported by a world-class organization investing in your development. We make a real difference in the lives of those we support across hospitals, residential care, and supported living services.

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Disclosure

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure check from the DBS, Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. Priory covers the cost of the DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.