Priory Hospital North London is looking to recruit a Lead Addictions Therapist to join the team. This is a full time/37.5 Hour role. Priory North London is one of the UK’s leading centres for the treatment of a range of mental health difficulties, including addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Since it first opened its doors in 1986, we have worked tirelessly to establish our excellent reputation as a specialist provider of mental health care. The Hospital itself is a Grade I listed building, overlooking beautiful parklands, in a peaceful and secluded part of Southgate.
What you'll be doing
- Deliver high-quality, evidence-based therapy individually and in structured group formats aligned with the ATP model
- Conduct clinical assessments, contribute to treatment planning, and provide ongoing therapeutic support for clients on the step-down day care program
- Collaborate with the wider team to facilitate appropriate continuing care and aftercare.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and risk assessments, identifying and escalating safeguarding or clinical risks as needed.
- Facilitating clinical reviews, handovers, and multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure holistic client care and support for the Addictions Therapy team.
- Working closely with the Therapy Service Manager and site Therapy Leads to collaborate in striving for excellence.
What we will give you in return
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Person specification
What you'll bring to the role
Essential
- Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. Essential requirements for this role include a recognized professional therapy qualification such as BABCP, BACP, UKCP, HCPC, or an equivalent certification, alongside a degree in Counselling, Psychotherapy, or a related field. Candidates should have a minimum of two years’ experience working in addiction treatment or a recovery-based setting, with proven experience in delivering group therapy and managing group dynamics. They must demonstrate the ability to conduct thorough clinical assessments and manage risk effectively, as well as possess a strong understanding of trauma-informed approaches and co-occurring mental health conditions. An enhanced DBS check is also required.For more information about the role, you can email andreadavis@priorygroup.com This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours here.
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