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Therapist (Bank)

Linwood House

Therapist (Bank)

£26000

Linwood House, Barnsley

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 28 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: cc4dce3c581f4363a2ad71b80f3f7de2

Full Job Description

  • To contribute to assessments of clients within agreed timescales.

  • To deliver therapeutic support through group-work sessions and one to one interventions.

  • To contribute to regular reviews of the client with probation and health workers.

  • To counsel individuals about their substance use.

  • To help individuals address their substance use and offending behaviour.

  • To maintain records of the client attendance and participation in the group programme.

  • To explore, implement and supervise a range of approaches, activities and exercises, which are designed to promote health and support individuals through detoxification/stabilisation.

  • Ensure that all administration, case recording, written reports etc. are maintained accurately.

  • Where required, participate in activities and tasks which directly respond to client needs.

    Experience of direct work with substance misusing clients.

  • 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.

  • Experience of developing and delivering therapeutic support programmes.

  • Experience of providing direct client services particularly assessment & group-work.

  • A flexible open approach and proven communication skills in the management of sessional staff, volunteers and clients.

  • Experience of working in partnership with a range of statutory and non-statutory agencies.

  • Proven skills in planning and administration.

  • Ability and willingness to develop the treatment programme to suit client need.

  • Understanding of the importance of upholding quality standards, performance monitoring and collating appropriate statistical information for purchasers.

  • Knowledge of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for clients.

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

  • You will have endless job satisfaction, and make a difference to people's lives

  • You can be a support system for others, and your presence will have a huge impact

  • Your experiences as an Addiction Therapist can shape who you are and the decisions you make in life


    • If you're looking for a new, exciting role, why not apply to join us? We pride ourselves on having a great team of dedicated addiction specialists, and provide a safe place to heal and feel secure with the best possible care and treatment.

    The benefits of being an Addiction Therapist in the team:
  • Supportive PDP

  • Training and development opportunities

  • 28 Days Holiday rising to 33 Days after 5 continuous years of service

  • Company pension scheme

  • On-site parking

  • Blue Light Card- discounts at thousands of retailers

  • BUPA wellness programme, Job Types: Full-time, Zero hours contract


    • Pay: £100.00 per day

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress

  • Employee mentoring programme

  • Free parking

  • Health & wellbeing programme

  • On-site parking

  • Store discount

  • Transport links


    • Schedule:
  • Day shift