Lead Addiction Therapist - Liberty House, Luton
Location: Liberty House, Luton
Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days on a rota including weekends
Salary: £31,500 - £32,500 per annum
Job Responsibilities:
1. Lead & Support: Manage a team of therapists, providing supervision and ensuring high-quality care.
2. Assess & Evaluate: Conduct client assessments, ensuring thorough and timely evaluations.
3. Deliver Therapy: Facilitate group and one-on-one sessions tailored to individual client needs.
4. Collaborate: Work with probation officers, healthcare professionals, and external partners.
5. Counsel & Guide: Help clients understand their substance use and develop coping strategies.
6. Monitor & Record: Maintain accurate records of client progress, attendance, and participation.
7. Innovate & Improve: Develop and oversee therapeutic activities that support recovery.
8. Ensure Compliance: Maintain high-quality standards and complete all required documentation.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Qualified Professional - Level 4 (or higher) in Counselling or equivalent.
* Accreditation - Registered with BACP or NCPS.
* Relevant Experience - At least two years working directly with clients, including one year in a substance misuse setting.
* Therapeutic Expertise - Proven experience designing and delivering therapeutic programs.
* Leadership Skills - Ability to mentor and manage a team effectively.
* Communication & Collaboration - Strong interpersonal skills, working well with clients and external agencies.
* Organisational Strength - Skilled in planning, administration, and maintaining high standards of care.
* Risk Awareness - Knowledge of health and safety protocols and managing high-risk situations.
Why Join Us?
* Fulfillment & Purpose - Be part of a team that transforms lives.
* Support & Development - Grow your skills with structured training and a supportive Professional Development Plan (PDP).
* Collaborative Team - Work alongside passionate addiction specialists in a client-focused environment.
What We Offer:
* Career Growth - Training and development opportunities
* Generous Annual Leave - 28 days, increasing to 33 after 5 years
* Birthday Off
* Pension Scheme
* On-Site Parking
* Blue Light Card Discounts - Exclusive savings at thousands of retailers
* BUPA Wellness Programme - Supporting your well-being
* Employee Recognition - Monthly vouchers (up to £100) & appreciation days
This job is active and accepting applications.
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