Lead Addictions Therapist - Clinical Leadership & Growth

Priory Group; Pennypot; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health treatment provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Addictions Therapy Lead to provide clinical leadership and deliver high-quality therapy services. This full-time role involves overseeing assessments, developing treatment plans, and leading a dedicated therapy team. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, extensive experience in addiction services, and a recognized qualification in a therapeutic discipline. Competitive benefits and professional development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Significant experience in addiction services is essential.
• Experience delivering structured therapeutic interventions.
• Ability to manage complex cases with dual diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior clinical leadership for addiction therapy services.
• Conduct complex assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions like CBT and Motivational Interviewing.

Skills

Empathy

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Risk-management skills

Education

Recognised qualification in counselling, psychotherapy, psychology

Job description

A leading mental health treatment provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Addictions Therapy Lead to provide clinical leadership and deliver high-quality therapy services. This full-time role involves overseeing assessments, developing treatment plans, and leading a dedicated therapy team. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, extensive experience in addiction services, and a recognized qualification in a therapeutic discipline. Competitive benefits and professional development opportunities are provided.