Therapist for Addiction Recovery
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We are seeking an experienced therapist to provide comprehensive addiction therapy services. This role involves delivering continuing care for patients transitioning from residential treatment, as well as outpatient addiction treatment therapy.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver comprehensive addiction therapy services, including continuing care for patients transitioning from residential treatment and outpatient addiction treatment therapy.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic patient records.
* Provide weekly progress reports on patients to the management team.
* Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care.
Qualifications & Requirements:
* Minimum of three years post-qualification experience in addiction therapy.
* Current accreditation with a recognised professional body (e.g., BACP, UKCP, COSCA).
* Demonstrated proficiency in multiple therapeutic modalities, including 12-step facilitation, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-based approaches.
* Substantial experience providing psychotherapy in addiction treatment settings.
* Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems, particularly KIPU.
* Valid liability insurance.
About Us:
We pride ourselves on our ethos which puts the patient and their family first and nurtures our staff. Our goal is to provide high-quality care and support for individuals struggling with addiction.
Salary:
This is a contract position with compensation based on client hours billed. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Opportunities for rate increases based on performance and longevity with us.
Benefits:
* Part-time hours offer flexibility and work-life balance.
* In-house therapeutic supervision by Lead Therapist (non-billable).
* Administrative support by the management and case management team.
* In-house training in all systems and expectations.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to us with the subject: Application for Addiction Therapist Position.