Addictions Therapist Sessional

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Addictions Therapist to join their team in Bristol. This role involves providing specialized assessments and interventions for patients in an outpatient setting, ensuring high standards of care and professional responsibility. With a focus on mental health, the position offers flexibility in working hours, accommodating weekdays, evenings, and weekends. The hospital is set in a historic building with extensive grounds, providing a supportive environment for both staff and patients. If you are dedicated to making a difference in mental health, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an outpatient service.
• Accreditation with professional bodies required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and intervention to patients.
• Exercise professional responsibility for assessment and treatment.

Skills

Accreditation with BABCP / BACP / UKCP

Experience in outpatient service

Job description

Job Title: Addictions Therapist (Sessional)

Location: Priory Hospital Bristol, Heath House Lane, Stapleton, BS16 1EQ

Division: Priory Group Division

Pay Rate: £55 per hour

Hours: Sessional (Weekdays, evenings, or weekends depending on availability)

Minimum Requirements

• Accreditation with BABCP / BACP / UKCP.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in an outpatient service.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and intervention to patients in the outpatient service.
• Exercise autonomous professional responsibility for assessment, treatment, and discharge of clients.
• Undertake risk assessment and risk management for individual clients.

About the Hospital

Priory Hospital Bristol is a Grade II listed building set in extensive grounds, close to the M32 and less than three miles from Bristol city centre. It offers 77 beds across seven wards, including services such as Psychiatric Intensive Care, eating disorders, acute care, rehab, and recovery. The location is accessible by car, bus, and train.

Application Process

If you are passionate about mental health and meet the minimum requirements, we invite you to apply. For further discussion, contact Noel Kelly (ATP Lead) or Emily Hack (Therapy Service Manager) at 0117 952 5255.

Note: Priory Healthcare is a smoke-free environment. All roles are subject to a DBS check, which Priory will cover costs for. We are an equal opportunities employer.