Lead Addiction Therapist, Worthing

Do you have a passion to help people? Come and work for The UK's leading Alcohol & Drug Rehab provider. As a Lead Addiction Therapist at our centre in Worthing, the benefits are endless.

Main Duties of the Lead Therapist:

• 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.

Personal Qualities:

• 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.

Qualifications/ Experience required

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.

The benefits of being an Lead Therapist in the team:

• 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