Complementary Therapy Volunteer - Edinburgh

Marie Curie
VO102468

We are looking for volunteers to join our Complementary Therapy team in our Marie Curie Hospice, Edinburgh and donate their time and professional skills as a therapist to support our hospice patients. This role will make a huge difference to the lives of those requiring end-of-life care.

Your role will include some of, but is not restricted to, the following tasks:

Provide a rounded approach to patients and their families to ensure the highest quality of care is given
Be aware of patients’ diagnosis, treatment and care before giving complementary therapies
Able to adapt a therapy, when required
Keep to the code of ethics and practice laid down by the governing body of the therapy and to Marie Curie’s policy for complementary therapists
Continue your professional development to refine or learn new skills
Attend any relevant or training sessions held by the Day Care Unit or Hospice

What we ask of you:
• Provide 2 non family references
• Indemnity insurance to a value of at least £1 million
• Recognised Diploma/Degree level qualification in one or more of the therapies listed and at least one year's post
• Registered with a recognised professional body with the relevant code of practice
• To keep to all the charity’s policies and guidelines
• To complete an induction and any training related to the role
• Complete mandatory training and role related renewals, as requested

For more information or if you have any questions regarding this volunteer role, please contact us.

Experience required

Complementary therapies offered in Marie Curie may include any/or all of the following:
• Acupuncture
• Aromatherapy
• Hypnotherapy
• Massage (Holistic/Indian Head /Remedial)
• Reflexology
• Reiki
• Yoga and Relaxation Techniques
• HEARTS Process

Travel expenses

Reasonable out of pocket expenses are reimbursed. This includes travel by the use of your own vehicle, or public transport. Expenses are paid monthly directly to the volunteer.

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Training details

Excellent, ongoing support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers wishing to apply. We provide one full day training and induction session that covers all of the information relevant to the role.