Senior Addictions Counsellor

We are pleased to invite applications to take up the role of an Addictions Counsellor at our busy and thriving hospital based in North London. Offering an intensive inpatient service as well as after-care outpatient services, you will join a lovely team of 4 other therapists to facilitate therapy groups, addictions assessments, as well as after-care based outpatient to patients struggling with varying forms of substance and poly-substance misuse. Our patients often have complex needs and present with dual-diagnoses.

Our team offers expert group supervision to you, as well as a robust CPD program and shared-learning seminars. Our program is diverse and although it is based on the classic addiction model following the 12-step and fellowship program, we regularly care-plan and are trauma-informed. We have various experts who are integral to the running of the program including Pia Mellody's model of developmental trauma, yoga therapists, a psychodynamic practitioner, as well as equine therapy. Our offering is robust and well-respected by our key consultants who also bring a wealth of experience to our clinical offering.

We invite applications from both accredited therapists as well as therapists who are close to achieving accredited status. Knowledge of the 12 step model is essential as is the ability to run groups and assess. You will need to attend ward rounds and work as a team. Safeguarding knowledge is also essential to this role.

Priory Healthcare is the UK's leading provider of private mental health care. We have an outstanding reputation both for the service we deliver and for the investment we make in our people and in our environment. The Priory Hospital North London is renowned for its clinical excellence in the field of Acute Mental Health, Addiction and Adolescent Services. The Hospital is located in a secluded part of Southgate, North London, and set in several acres of private grounds. Easy access via several bus routes, M25 and A406 or Southgate Station on the Piccadilly Line.

Priory North London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young Adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer. Further information can be obtained from www.dbs.gov.uk