Volunteer (Unpaid) Complementary Therapists - London, United Kingdom - St. Joseph's Hospice

St. Joseph's Hospice

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are looking for skilled, dedicated, and enthusiastic complementary therapists, who have an interest in working within a multi-disciplinary team in a health care setting at St.

Joseph's Hospice in Hackney. In particular we are looking for acupuncturists, massage therapists, and reflexologists.

Skills and qualities we are looking for:

A professional qualification in your chosen discipline
preferably Level 4 or above. Newly qualified therapists are welcome
Good listening and communication skills, and an understanding of patients centred care
The ability to work with a diverse population of people
Good reflective practice
Membership of a professional body and professional insurance
An interest in palliative care

Key tasks include:

Working onetoone with patients, their families, and carers, to address their symptoms and issues
Keeping accurate clinical notes
Liaising with the Complementary Therapies team and other health professionals in the Hospice to provide a holistic model of care

This role requires you:

To be 18+
To be able to supply the details of two referees
To complete an interview
To attend a Core training day
To commit to minimum of 3 hours every week for a minimum of six months active volunteering weekly attendance is preferable, but fortnightly may be possible.
To commit to the same shift on a regular basis; Monday to Friday (depending on availability) 10am to 12:30 pm or 1:30pm to 4pm

Benefits:

Valuable clinical experience with patients and families with complex medical and social needs
Working in one of the largest, most diverse, and innovative Hospice's in the UK, which is leading the way in models of palliative and end of life care
Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team in a health care setting
Supportive working environment with supervision and monthly case study meetings
Learn new skills and develop existing skills with CPD training opportunities
Travel expenses paid (TFL Zones 16) and a meal card provided up to the value of £5 if you volunteer for 3 hours or more
Networking with other therapists and sharing skills in compassionate care
References provided after 6 months of active volunteering
An opportunity to rent out treatment rooms at highly competitive rates

Job Type:
Volunteer

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