Therapist - Addiction

UK Addiction Treatment Centres; Halstead; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading addiction treatment provider in Halstead seeks an Addiction Therapist to deliver therapeutic support to clients. The role offers a salary of £29,000 - £30,000 per year, 40 hours per week with a structured schedule. Benefits include a supportive development plan, career progression opportunities, and up to 33 days of holiday. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 4 qualification in Counselling and experience in direct client work and group therapy, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients throughout their treatment journey.

Benefits

Supportive Personal Development Plan

28 Days Holiday, rising to 33 Days after 5 years

Company pension scheme

BUPA wellness programme

Employee appreciation days

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of direct client work and facilitating group therapy.
• Experience of developing and delivering therapeutic support programmes.
• Understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to assessments of clients within agreed timescales.
• Deliver therapeutic support through group-work sessions and one-to-one interventions.
• Safeguard clients at all times and follow all safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Therapeutic support

Client assessment

Education

Level 4 or higher qualification in Counselling or equivalent

Job description

Therapist (Addiction)

Permanent
£29,000 - £30,000 per year (DOE)
40 Hours per week
Monday to Friday with one weekend per month (1 weekend in 4 with allocated days off during the week)

Do you have a passion to help people? Come and work for The UK's leading Alcohol & Drug Rehab provider. As an Addiction Therapist at our centre in Sanctuary Lodge, the benefits are endless. You will have endless job satisfaction, and make a difference to people's lives. You can be a support system for others, and your presence will have a huge impact. Your experiences as an Addiction Therapist can shape who you are and the decisions you make in life.

If you're looking for a new, exciting role, why not apply to join us? We pride ourselves on having a great team of dedicated addiction specialists, and provide a safe place to heal and feel secure with the best possible care and treatment.

Benefits:

• Supportive Personal Development Plan
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
• 28 Days Holiday, rising to 33 Days after 5 years of continuous service
• Birthday Off
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Blue Light Card discounts at thousands of retailers
• BUPA wellness programme
• Employee of the Month (£100 voucher)
• Employee appreciation days and awards

Main Duties:

• To contribute to assessments of clients within agreed timescales.
• To deliver therapeutic support through group-work sessions and one to one interventions.
• To contribute to regular reviews of the client with probation and health workers.
• To counsel individuals about their substance use.
• To help individuals address their substance use and offending behaviour.
• To maintain records of the client attendance and participation in the group programme.
• To explore, implement and supervise a range of approaches, activities and exercises, which are designed to promote health and support individuals through detoxification/stabilisation.
• Ensure that all administration, case recording, written reports etc. are maintained accurately.
• Where required, participate in activities and tasks which directly respond to client needs.
• To safeguard Clients at all times, and follow all Safeguarding procedures.

Essential Criteria:

• Level 4 or higher qualification in Counselling or equivalent
• BACP/ NCPS full membership
• Minimum of one year experience of direct client work and facilitating group therapy.
• Experience of developing and delivering therapeutic support programmes.
• Experience of providing direct client services particularly assessment & group-work.
• A flexible open approach and proven communication skills in the management of sessional staff, volunteers and clients.
• Experience of working in partnership with a range of statutory and non-statutory agencies.
• Proven skills in planning and administration.
• Ability and willingness to develop the treatment programme to suit client need.
• Understanding of the importance of upholding quality standards, performance monitoring and collating appropriate statistical information for purchasers.
• Knowledge of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for clients.