Addictions Therapist

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Kent is looking for a dedicated Addictions Therapist to provide patient support and therapy in a permanent full-time role. The ideal candidate will have a Level 5 Diploma in counselling and BABCP accreditation. This position offers a salary between £39,140 and £45,320, along with benefits like free meals, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supplemented meals

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Hold at least a Level 5 Diploma in counselling or relevant qualification in addictions.
• Full BABCP accreditation required.
• Compassionate and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate psycho-educational and relapse prevention therapy groups.
• Deliver individual therapy sessions to guide patient recovery.
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.

Skills

Experience in addictions, recovery, or dual-diagnosis settings

Strong understanding of abstinence-based and 12-Step recovery models

Skilled in group facilitation and one-to-one therapy

Excellent communication skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in counselling or a relevant professional qualification in addictions

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Addictions Therapist to work in an exceptional hospital based in the Bromley, Kent area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading healthcare providers

One of the leading private hospitals treating addictions and general psychiatric conditions, as well as having an accredited eating disorder service

**To be considered for this position you must hold at least a Level 5 Diploma in counselling or a relevant professional qualification in addictions, along with full BABCP accreditation**

As the Addictions Therapist your key responsibilities include:
• Facilitate specialist psycho-educational and relapse prevention therapy groups tailored to support patients’ recovery journeys within the addictions service
• Deliver individual therapy sessions, providing personalised care and support to help patients achieve their treatment goals
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop detailed, person-centred treatment plans to guide patient care and recovery
• Collaborate closely within a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values a friendly and inclusive working environment
• Participate in regular supervision, staff support groups, and annual appraisals to foster ongoing professional development and wellbeing
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and maintain a flexible, adaptable approach to meet the evolving needs of patients and the service

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
• Experience in addictions, recovery, or dual-diagnosis settings
• Strong understanding of abstinence-based and 12-Step recovery models
• Skilled in both group facilitation and one-to-one therapy
• Compassionate, resilient, and team-oriented approach

The successful Addictions Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £39,140 - £45,320 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
• Free on-site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday as an extra day annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops/tablets smartphones) and private healthcare
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonus

Reference ID: 7069
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