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Job Title: Addictions Therapist - Residential Recovery ServiceSalary: 28,000 42,000 (DOE & accreditation status)Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm (occasional Saturdays with a day off in lieu)Location: Woking, Surrey Are you a qualified Counsellor or Psychotherapist with a passion for addictions treatment?Looking to join a close-knit team in a structured, private, and residential setting?If so, this could be your ideal next role. Overview: Compass Associates are proud to be headhunting on behalf of a respected private rehabilitation provider in Surrey, in search of a skilled Addictions Therapist. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced counsellor or psychotherapist who thrives in a group-based and holistic setting, with a focus on the treatment of addictions through a structured 28-day residential programme. You'll join a collaborative and multi-disciplinary team offering a blend of 1:1 therapy, psychoeducational groups, and relapse prevention sessions - all delivered within a safe and community-driven therapeutic environment. Key Responsibilities: Facilitate group therapy aligned with the 12-Step Minnesota modelDeliver 1:1 therapy to clients in addiction recoveryRun relapse prevention workshops and psychoeducational sessionsParticipate in ward rounds and treatment planningMaintain accurate and timely clinical recordsSupport client integration and progress within the communityCommit to regular supervision and CPDGroup sizes: Typically 3 clients per group, rising to 8-9 when co-facilitating with another addictions therapist. Candidate Requirements: Qualifications:Level 4 Diploma in Counselling (or equivalent)Accredited or working toward accreditation within 12 months (BACP, UKCP, HCPC)Experience:Significant experience as a counsellor or psychotherapist working in addictionsComfortable delivering structured group work and psychoeducational contentFamiliar with DBT-informed techniques and motivational interviewingExperience or interest in eating disorders (desirable) Salary & Benefits:Non-Accredited Therapist: 28,000 32,000Accredited Therapist: 35,000 42,00025 Days Annual Leave + Bank HolidaysBirthday LeaveFree Onsite ParkingCPD Opportunities & Career PathwaysAccess to Employee Assistance Programme Interview Process:Format: On-site interview with competency and scenario-based questionsPanel: Includes Clinical Lead and another member of the therapy team.Duration: 3040 minutes Locations:This role is easily commutable from: Guildford, Farnborough, Camberley, Aldershot, Leatherhead, Epsom, Weybridge, Staines, Farnham, Walton-on-Thames Contact Details:To apply or for more information and an informal discussion about this position, please contact Georgia Arnold at garnold@compassltd.co.uk Recommendations:Compass Associates is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer a 200 John Lewis voucher for a successful recommendation following the completion of probation.