Addictions Therapist
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Addictions Therapist
[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Hospital Altrincham is looking to recruit a addictions therapist to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours.
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
- Receives and responds promptly to referrals undertaking initial assessments to establish the scope, level and nature of the individual client’s therapeutic needs.
- Leads and facilitates group and/or individual therapy sessions, ensuring activities and interventions continue to meet the needs of the clients, and are consistent with the provisions detailed in the clients’ therapy plan.
- Manages, monitors and reviews an assigned caseload, ensuring delivery within the agreed timescales.
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date clinical records, case file notes and computerised information, and other associated documentation; providing and presenting progress reports to case conference meetings on a regular basis.
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 role holder will possess a recognised post-graduate qualification in counselling or therapy, along with the relevant professional accreditation. They will also have relevant experience in a similar role, demonstrating the ability to apply their knowledge and skills effectively in practice. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as the role requires building trust and confidence with clients to ensure that treatments and interventions are effective and successful.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at [Employer hidden] 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