Addictions Therapist (Eating Disorder & Addiction Treatment Service)
Location: Bromley BR2
Type: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: Up to £45,320 per annum
About the Role:
We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Addictions Therapist to join our specialist team in a leading mental health and addiction treatment facility. The service offers world-class residential and outpatient support for individuals struggling with mental health conditions, including depression, substance misuse, and eating disorders. We also offer assessments for CAMHS and adult autism services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate psycho-educational and relapse prevention therapy groups tailored to addiction recovery
- Deliver individual therapy sessions to support patients' personalised recovery goals
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and create detailed, person-centred treatment plans
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, inclusive working environment
- Participate in supervision, peer support groups, and appraisals to ensure professional growth and well-being
- Maintain excellent communication skills with a flexible, patient-focused approach
Requirements:
- A minimum of Level 5 Diploma in Counselling or equivalent professional qualification in addictions
- Full accreditation with BABCP (or relevant body)
- Experience in addiction services, particularly with abstinence-based and 12-step informed treatments
- Demonstrated resilience and emotional intelligence to manage challenging scenarios
- Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care and professional development
What’s in it for You:
- Free on-site parking
- Subsidised meals while on duty
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including discounted gym memberships, tech schemes, and healthcare plans
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Sponsorship of further qualifications through the Individual Professional Development (IPD) scheme
- Leadership and management development programmes
- Long service awards
- “Refer a Friend” bonus scheme
Please Note:
Shortlisting may begin as soon as applications are received. The vacancy may close early if a suitable number of applications are submitted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £45,320.00 per year
Experience:
- Addictions Therapist: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Diploma in Counselling (required)
- Full accreditation with BABCP (or relevant body) (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Bromley BR2 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
