Therapy Lead- Addictions
This is a full-time role/ 37.5 hours per week.
We are seeking a candidate with experience in addictions work and a proven background in leading and managing a therapy team.
- Leading and supporting a diverse range of therapy staff including psychology, therapy, OT, assistants and any other specialisms that fall within the team’s therapy needs.
- Facilitating regular management supervision with individuals in line with Priory policy, using a cascade system with other qualified therapists
- An agreed reduced level of patient facing clinical hours to create line management responsibility, as agreed with the Private Business and Therapy Manager.
- Be available for any clinical issues the team may need, for example managing risk, responding to complex patient needs, supporting individual cases with a wider MDT as necessary.
The ideal candidate will be a registered healthcare professional (HCPC) or accredited psychotherapist (BACP, BABCP, UKCP) with strong leadership skills to support a diverse therapy team. They should have a solid understanding of therapy roles in mental health, experience in management supervision, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. Experience in a commercial setting with cost management awareness and flexibility to adapt to changing business needs is also essential.
For more information about the role, you can email Andreadavis@priorygroup.com
- 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