Scar Therapist Volunteer - St Albans or Watford
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Summary
Our therapists work with patients on our inpatient unit to provide gentle therapy to improve their wellbeing either in their homes, St Albans or WatfordDetailed description
Can you offer Scar Treatment Therapist skills to improve the wellbeing of our patients. Treatment is offered in clients' homes, at our Living Well Centre in St Albans or our inpatient unit in Watford?
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Complementary therapists work with our patients 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 Scar Treatment Therapy to patients, 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 scar therapy
· 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 we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra supportAbout Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care
We provide palliative and end of life care support, including bereavement services, within Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire and our patient services are available to adults, as well as patients transitioning into adult services (16 to 25 years.) Bereavement support is offered for all ages to families of patients and those around them, as well as throughout the community, in schools and workplaces.
We are proud to offer care in the place that best suits the individual’s needs, whether that’s at home, in a care home, in a short stay in our inpatient unit, out in the community, or in our purpose-built Living Well Centre facilities. As a hospice care charity, we have offered this support, free of charge, for over 40 years.