Volunteer Complementary Therapist

We are looking for holistic therapists to join our friendly team of staff and volunteers to provide complementary therapy to patients of our hospice and their carers.
Onsite Volunteer Role

Opportunity Snapshot

Commitment

Weekdays

Format

Onsite

Eligibility

Age 18-30

Your Role in Creating Change

What is needed:
At least a Level 3 Diploma or equivalent in two or more therapies from the following: massage; aromatherapy; reflexology; infant massage; reiki; Indian head massage; shiatsu; acupuncture; hypnotherapy.
· Post-qualification experience, ideally two years.
· Experience in working with children and in palliative care is desirable 
· Must be have own personal liability insurance covering therapies offered with a minimum level of £5 million. 
· Must be a member of a professional association which undertakes a programme of Continued Professional Development (CPD).
· To attend at arranged times and days and to give sufficient notice of sickness, absences or holidays.
· Willingness to abide by the Hospice Health & Safety policies 
· Willingness to use support systems
· Cooperation with administrative tasks 
· Commitment to ongoing development and to attend training appropriate to role.

Responsibilities:
· Provide a holistic approach to patients and their carers, in collaboration with the wider multidisciplinary team, to ensure the provision of high quality care 
· Provide feedback, including any adverse effects, to the patient’s Nurse and the Complementary Therapy Coordinator 
· Participate in clinical supervision with the Complementary Therapy Coordinator 
· Liaise with other Complementary Therapists and Coordinator to provide Therapies for staff and carers. Meet and greet patients, relatives and visitors 
· Respect the confidentiality of any information held in relation to past or present patients, staff and administration of the hospice 
· To continue be competent in chosen therapy 
· Must not offer advice or therapy outside the remit of qualifications and training 
· Update/complete required documentation either written or on computer 
· Contribute to discussions and attend meetings.

Where You'll Be

What to Expect After Applying

https://search.volunteero.org/keechhospicecare/96bd2540-23ce-46db-8ccc-830f714922a5 This will take you to an online application form.

About Keech Hospice Care

Making a difference when it matters the most

Keech Hospice Care

Keech Hospice Care is the adult hospice for Luton and south Bedfordshire, and the children’s hospice for Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Milton Keynes. 


As a charity, we provide free, specialist care for adults and children with life-limiting and terminal illnesses as well as vital support for their family and friends. 


We are one of the very few hospice charities in the UK which supports and cares for both children and adults.


Our excellent care supports children and adults to live pain and symptom free, to spend untroubled time with their family and friends, to understand what is happening to them, to stay out of hospital and to make the most of the time they have. 


Our care is not just provided at the hospice itself but in the hospital, school, care or family home – wherever support is needed the most. 


As leaders in our field, our excellent standard of care extends to support a patient’s family, friends and colleagues for as long as they need us afterwards. We offer emotional, spiritual and practical support, and our care does not stop at death. For these families, when it seems as though nothing will be the same again, Keech Hospice Care is there to help.

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