LEAD THERAPIST – OASIS RUNCORN

Location: Runcorn, Cheshire
Salary: £31,500 – £32,500 per annum (DOE)
Hours: 40 per week
Oasis Runcorn, part of UK Addiction Treatment (UKAT) Group, is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Therapist to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled therapist to take on a leadership role, guiding a team of therapists and supporting clients on their journey to recovery.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who is:

• Qualified to diploma level 4+/degree level in counselling, psychotherapy, or a related discipline.
• A registered member of BACP/UKCP/NCPS (or equivalent).
• Experienced in addiction therapy, ideally within residential or structured treatment services
• Knowledge of the 12-Step recovery model (preferred)
• Confident in supervising, mentoring, and leading a clinical team.
• Passionate about delivering the highest standards of therapeutic care.

As Lead Therapist, you will:

• Manage, support, and supervise the therapy team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based treatment.
• Lead by example in providing 1:1 and group therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and the 12-Step model.
• Ensure therapy provision aligns with CQC standards and UKAT’s therapeutic model.
• Oversee care planning, treatment pathways, and discharge processes.
• Play a key role in audits, compliance, and continuous service improvement.
• Foster a positive, safe, and recovery-focused environment for both clients and staff.