Volunteering Opportunity: Reflexologist volunteer at Grove House, St Albans with Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care

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Our reflexology therapists treat patients at our patient building in St Albans to provide gentle therapy to improve their wellbeing.

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

District: St Albans

Start Date: 19/03/2025
End Date: 30/12/2025

Location: From your office

Time of day: Weekday Mornings, Weekday Afternoons

Practical Considerations: We have treatment rooms at Grove House that you will use. The building is wheelchair accessible and we are happy to discuss with you any reasonable adjustments we can make.

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

Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over, Older People, People with restricted mobility

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

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access?: Yes

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Full Description:
Purpose of this role

Complementary therapists work with our patients and their carers or family members to offer a range of treatments that help to contribute to their relaxation and well-being. Treatments will be offered in clients’ homes, virtually or at our Living Well centre in St Albans or Inpatient Unit in Watford. Without volunteers, we would not be able to offer this service to all those that would benefit from it.

Main tasks
• providing your chosen therapy 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 Peace 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

What are we looking for?

• someone who is competent in reflexology.
• a minimum of one year’s clinical experience after qualification is preferred
• a qualification that is validated by the appropriate professional body
• someone who has an understanding of contraindications or precautions in relation to the therapy you practice, and is able to adapt your treatment accordingly
• evidence of continual professional development
• someone with a calm and empathetic manner with excellent listening and communication skills
• the ability to be flexible, but able to commit to regular sessions
• basic IT skills to be able to keep concise, accurate records
• Age 18+

What's in it for you?
- you will be using and developing your skills in the important area of palliative care
- our friendly team will make sure you are fully supported to provide your treatments
- you will be making a real difference to the quality of life of our patients at a difficult time in their lives
- some of our volunteers do go on to get jobs with us. If you would like to see our current job vacancies please visit our website at www.renniegrovepeace.org and click on the Jobs button