Complementary Therapy Volunteer

1. Why we want you?

We are looking for qualified volunteer therapists to deliver either massage, reflexology or Indian head massage, to enable people living with cancer to be more relaxed and comfortable.

2. What you will be doing

Providing 8-10 complementary therapy sessions to people affected by cancer over consecutive weeks, and working with the nurses for the positive benefit of each person.

3. The skills you need

• A relevant complementary therapy professional qualification

• Your own professional indemnity insurance

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Able to understand the needs and backgrounds of others

• Can respond to needs in a flexible, positive and open manner

• Willing to operate as part of a team and refer complex issues to an appropriate member of staff when required

4. What's in it for you?

• Use and develop your complementary therapy and communication skills, enhancing your CV

• Have a rewarding experience making a difference to people affected by cancer in your community

• Receive an induction, relevant training, ongoing support and agreed out-of-pocket expenses (reimbursed within our guidelines)

5. Next steps Please contact Yvonne (Volunteer Coordinator) for an informal chat.

6. Other information

• We cover volunteer expenses: yes, including travel expenses

• Does this role require any checks? Yes. We ask all our volunteers to complete a DBS check

• Any other information relevant to the role? Therapists need to be fully qualified and experienced