Addictions Therapist - Accredited
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Beacon House is looking to recruit an Addictions Therapist to join the team. This is a full-time/37.5-hour role. You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.
- Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing substance and behavioural addictions, including both one-to-one and group therapy sessions.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and risk assessments, developing and reviewing personalised treatment and recovery plans.
- Facilitate psychoeducational and relapse prevention groups to help clients build coping strategies and maintain long-term recovery.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic, person-centred approach to treatment and care.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to a safe, supportive, and recovery-focused therapeutic environment.
What you'll bring to the role
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. The successful candidate will have significant experience working within addiction and substance misuse services, with a strong understanding of recovery models, relapse prevention, and trauma-informed care. They will be confident delivering both individual and group therapy interventions and supporting clients with complex needs. Applicants should hold a relevant professional qualification and be registered or accredited with a recognised professional body such as the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP), or UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to manage risk, work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and maintain a compassionate, person-centred approach to supporting individuals in recovery.
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What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- 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