Volunteering Opportunity: Complementary Therapist Volunteer with Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care

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Are you a fully qualified complementary therapist who would like to give a few hours a week to improve the wellbeing of people with a life-limiting illness and their families? We are looking for therapists who are qualified in Reiki, Reflexology, Scar therapy and massage to join our friendly team. You could be visiting patients in their homes or at our Living Well centre in St Albans.

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

District: Dacorum, Hertsmere, St Albans

Location: From your office, From home

Time of day: Weekday Mornings, Weekday Afternoons

Practical Considerations: You will be visiting clients in their own homes so will need access to a car. We will provide all the necessary oils etc.

Requirements: Relevant qualification or training, Will require a criminal record check (DBS)

Requirements (additional): Reference check

Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over

Suitable for volunteers interested in: End of Life, Bereavement & Hospices, Health and Wellbeing

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access?: Yes

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Full Description:
You will be:
• providing your chosen therapy or therapies to patients, carers and family members in a holistic way, with an understanding of their diagnosis, treatment, care and current condition
• providing feedback to our complementary therapist co-ordinator after treatments
• attending regular mandatory group or individual supervision
• following all Rennie Grove Hospice care policies and procedures at all times, particularly around infection control and client confidentiality
• working alongside our nurses and clinicians to provide a holistic approach for our patients