Senior Addictions Therapist — Lead Clinical Care & Growth

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider seeks a Senior Addictions Therapist to work in South West London. This role involves conducting advanced assessments and providing therapy for substance use disorders while supervising junior staff. Candidates must possess a Level 5 Diploma in counselling and be BABCP accredited. Offering a salary of £41,200 - £53,560 per annum, the position includes benefits like on-site parking, additional annual leave for birthdays, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Birthday as extra annual leave

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Must hold at least a Level 5 Diploma in counselling or a relevant professional qualification in addictions.
• Full BABCP accreditation is required.
• Experience working with substance use disorders in individual and group settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical assessments and evidence-based therapy for substance use disorders.
• Supervise and mentor junior therapists ensuring clinical standards.
• Facilitate integrative therapy sessions for individuals and groups.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive client care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in service improvement.

Skills

Experience with substance use disorders

Excellent communication skills

Strong clinical judgement

Ability to work collaboratively

Experience delivering CBT and Motivational Interviewing

Education

Level 5 Diploma in counselling or relevant qualification in addictions

Full BABCP accreditation

Job description

A leading mental health service provider seeks a Senior Addictions Therapist to work in South West London. This role involves conducting advanced assessments and providing therapy for substance use disorders while supervising junior staff. Candidates must possess a Level 5 Diploma in counselling and be BABCP accredited. Offering a salary of £41,200 - £53,560 per annum, the position includes benefits like on-site parking, additional annual leave for birthdays, and professional development opportunities.