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Lead Addiction Therapist

Worthing
Permanent Contract

Do you have a passion for helping people? Join the UK’s leading Alcohol & Drug Rehab provider! We’re hiring for lead addiction therapist jobs in Worthing, offering endless benefits and the opportunity to make a real impact. Apply today!

Learn more about our Lead Addiction Therapist Jobs in Worthing below:

  • Lead and manage a team of therapists, providing guidance, support, and supervision to ensure high-quality therapeutic delivery.
  • Conduct assessments of clients within agreed timelines, ensuring thorough and accurate evaluations.
  • Oversee and deliver therapeutic support through group sessions and one-on-one interventions tailored to individual needs.
  • Collaborate with probation officers and health professionals to contribute to regular client reviews and updates.
  • Provide counseling to individuals regarding their substance use and related challenges.
  • Support clients in addressing substance use and associated behaviours, including offending.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of client attendance, participation, and progress in the group program.
  • Develop, implement, and oversee a variety of therapeutic approaches, activities, and exercises aimed at promoting health and assisting individuals through detoxification or stabilisation.
  • Ensure accurate and timely completion of all administrative tasks, including case recording, written reports, and documentation.
  • Participate in activities and tasks that directly respond to the needs of clients, as required.
  • Foster a collaborative and professional environment, ensuring the team adheres to best practices and delivers consistent, client-centered care.

Key responsibilities:

  • Have the ability to embrace new ways of working.
  • Manage your own time appropriately and meet expected deadlines.
  • Works well in a team and can share ideas and experience.
  • Able to work on their initiative.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
  • Being open to change.
  • Taking accountability.
  • Have a passion to learn.
  • Being open to feedback for development & growth.
  • A flexible approach to work.

Essential criteria:

  • Experience of direct work with substance misusing clients.
  • Member of BACP or NCPS.
  • Level 4 or higher qualification in Counselling or equivalent
  • Two years’ experience of direct client work with at least one years’ experience of working with substance misusers in a therapeutic setting.
  • Demonstrated expertise in designing and delivering therapeutic support programs.
  • Hands-on experience providing client services, with a focus on assessments and facilitating group sessions.
  • A flexible and open approach with strong communication skills, particularly in leading and managing sessional staff, volunteers, and clients.
  • Proven leadership ability to guide a team and foster a collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with both statutory and non-statutory agencies.
  • Strong planning and administrative capabilities to ensure smooth program operations.
  • A commitment to adapting and enhancing treatment programs to meet client needs.
  • A solid understanding of the importance of maintaining quality standards, monitoring performance, and compiling relevant statistical data for stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of health and safety protocols, including the ability to assess and manage high-risk situations for clients.

Package:

  • Supportive PDP
  • Training and development opportunities
  • 28 Days Holiday rising to 33 Days after 5 continuous years of service
  • Birthday Off!
  • Company pension scheme
  • On-site parking
  • Blue Light Card- discounts at thousands of retailers
  • BUPA wellness programme
  • Employee of the month vouchers, delegating up to £100 per month
  • Employee appreciation days

This job is subject to DBS Disclosure at an enhanced level, 2 satisfactory references & Confirmation of Right to Work in the UK.

5 days a week on a rota, which includes Saturday and Sundays

Job Location: Worthing, BN11 4DJ

Employment Type: Permanent Contract

Salary:£29,000.00 per annum