Addictions Therapist

Priory; Greater London, Bromley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job description

Bromley, Hayes, Bromley, Greater London, England
BR2

Hours: Full time

Contract: Agency/Temp/Locum

Role: Other Qualified Professional

Posted: 20 Jan 2025

Closes: 19 Feb 2025

Job Description

Addictions Therapist

Reference: PRI98717

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

Priory Group Division: Healthcare

Salary: £39,140-£45,320 pro rata (depending on experience)

Hours: 15 Hour

Vacancy Type: Permanent - Part Time

Job Advert - Division Information:

An opportunity has arisen for a fully qualified and accredited Addictions Therapist with experience of delivering group therapy to join our team of therapists who support the running of our Addiction Treatment Programme in our private acute mental health setting.

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

The successful candidate will have experience within the field, be conversant with the principles and practices of abstinence based treatment and hold at least a Level 5 Diploma in counselling and/or a relevant professional qualification in addictions. The successful candidate will hold full BACP accreditation.

This part-time role will involve the facilitation of specialist psycho-educational and relapse prevention therapy groups, individual sessions, and the completion of assessments and treatment plans for patients referred to our addictions service.

Our service is based on a strong, friendly multidisciplinary team, with an emphasis on supporting our staff through regular supervision, staff support groups, and annual appraisals. Good communication skills and a flexible approach are essential.

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

Please note that the successful candidate should be available to work on Thursday from 11:00am-7:00pm and Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm, with the requirement to work an occasional rotational Saturday from 9:00am-5:00pm.

Why Priory?

Our business attracts great people and we have created an environment where they can achieve great things. This starts with excellent learning and development resources. At Priory, your career progression is more than a sequence of formal training courses. It involves dynamic learning opportunities that support your performance at each stage of your career.

As well as helping you grow and develop your talent, we recognise and reward you for your contribution. To support this, we have created a comprehensive benefits package for all team members. Our benefits are flexible and tailored to the individual, but here is just some of what is on offer:

1. Access to CPD (Continued Professional Development)
2. Clear salary progression plan
3. Clear career pathway
4. Access to employee assistance programme
5. Access to Priory Benefits Portal
6. Funded DBS
7. 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
8. Birthday leave
9. Ability to accrue additional annual leave with service
10. Free parking

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Apply.

Job Advert Location Description:

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is a private 46-bed acute psychiatric hospital for adults, located on the edge of London in Hayes, Kent. The hospital provides care and treatment for patients with a wide range of mental health issues both as inpatients and day patients. Hayes Grove specialises in providing care for patients with acute mental health conditions, addiction issues, and also has a specialist eating disorders unit. The hospital is situated close to excellent transport links to Bromley, central London, and Croydon areas and parking is available locally.