Volunteer Massage Therapist

Volunteer Massage Therapist

Posted for St Francis Hospice

Posted by Volunteer Essex

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Aims: To provide massage therapy to individuals and carers referred to the service, alongside the other palliative care complementary therapists within the hospice.  

Main Tasks: 
•Liaise with therapies staff to link groups and prioritise individuals to be seen.  
Prioritise referrals for the ward and liaise with the nursing staff.  
•Obtain verbal consent from the individual receiving massage therapy. 
•Perform massage therapy where appropriate in line with the hospices’ Complementary Therapy policy.
•Input information into individual notes/iCare. 
•Ensure all consumables are in date and in stock. 
•Liaise with the Therapies Manager and Palliative Care Complementary Therapists. 
•Attend team meetings and any supervision/support organised for you by the Therapies Manager. 
•Attend, and update, the hospice’s mandatory training topics; and other essential topics as and when they are notified to you.  

What skills do I need?

Essential requirements:
L3 Diploma in Massage inc. Anatomy and Physiology
2 years post qualification work experience
Registered with a recognised professional body
Enhanced DBS
Personal indemnity insurance

Skills and Experience: 
IT competent
•Ability to record service user activity
•Experience of working with distressed individuals

Personal Qualities:
•Willingness to learn new software packages where required
•Good listening skills
•Empathetic
•To be flexible within our rota

Posted for St Francis Hospice

Posted by Volunteer Essex

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Volunteer Essex website to express your interest.

Details

  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When is this role available?

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Saint Francis Hospice, Between Mon and Fri, 10.30am- 3.30pm hours to be agreed.

Location:

The Hall, Broxhill Road
Havering-Atte-Bower
Romford
Essex
RM4 1QH

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Volunteer Essex website to express your interest.

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