Job Title
Complementary Therapies Volunteer
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our great team of professionals and make a real difference to our patients and those that matter to them. As a Complementary Therapies Volunteer, you will be delivering agreed complementary therapies to an identified client group following assessment and consideration of risk and contra-indications.
Responsibilities
* Deliver therapies tailored to individually assessed need and within own sphere of competence following case allocation by the clinical team.
* Maintain a clean, relaxing therapeutic environment through appropriately maintaining privacy, the use of music, lighting and good housekeeping following treatments.
* Offer a calming presence when interacting with patients and those important to them.
Requirements
* Minimum age 18 years.
* Two satisfactory references.
* DBS clearance.
* OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SCREEN REQUIRED.
Benefits
* Opportunity to become part of a great team of professionals and make a real difference to our patients and those that matter to them.
* A collaborative and supportive team within an excellent working environment/facilities.
Working Hours
The expected commitment for this role is a minimum of one morning or afternoon per week for up to four hours between 09.00 and 17.00.
Salary
£12-15 per hour (depending on experience)
Skills and Qualifications
* Qualified in at least two of the following – aromatherapy (level 3) massage (level 3), reflexology (Level 3) and/or reiki (Level 2).
* A minimum of two years' professional experience delivering these therapies with a focus on their therapeutic value ideally for people with life limiting illness including cancer.
How to Apply
Please download, complete and return an Application Form here.