At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a compassionate therapy team to support residents in their recovery journey.
- Company: Priory Eden House, a pioneering residential addictions service under the 'Flourish' brand.
- Benefits: Full-time role with a supportive environment and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with varied challenges and a focus on resilience and empathy.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Registered healthcare professional or accredited psychotherapist with strong leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 46000 - 52000 £ per year.
Priory Eden House is looking to recruit a Therapy Lead to join the team. 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. Please only apply if you meet these essential criteria.
Eden House is the first service in our brand new Division of Residential Addictions. Branded under “Flourish”, Eden House will be the first Priory therapy-led residential programme for people seeking meaningful, sustainable recovery from addiction and related behaviours. You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents' wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.
As a Therapy Lead, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents. 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.
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
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
Locations
Therapy Lead - Addictions in City of London, London employer: Priory
At Priory Eden House, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and compassionate work environment for our Therapy Lead - Addictions role. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through regular management supervision and opportunities to lead a diverse therapy team, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. Located in a brand new facility dedicated to addiction recovery, you will be part of a pioneering programme that values resilience, empathy, and personal development.
