Volunteer Reiki Practitioner

Volunteer Reiki Practitioner

Salary:
Hours:
Minimum age:

18+

Location:

Saint Francis Hospice, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Romford, Essex, RM4 1QH

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Are you a qualified Reiki practitioner looking to use your skills in a meaningful way, or a compassionate professional wanting to give back to your local community? This could be the opportunity for you!


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We are looking for qualified and compassionate Reiki practitioners to support our Therapies Team in delivering holistic care to patients and their carers.

Our complementary therapy services are an important part of the care we provide, helping to promote relaxation, reduce stress and support emotional wellbeing during what can be a very difficult time.

If you are a trained Reiki practitioner, or are looking to use your skills in a meaningful and supportive environment, this could be the opportunity for you.


What’s involved?


  • Providing Reiki sessions to individuals in our care and carers in line with hospice policies
  • Liaising with the Therapies Team to prioritise referrals and organise sessions
  • Working closely with nursing staff, particularly for ward-based patients
  • Gaining verbal consent before delivering treatments
  • Recording session details accurately using iCare
  • Ensuring all equipment and consumables are safe, stocked and in date
  • Working as part of a wider complementary therapies team
  • Attending training, team meetings and supervision sessions


Who are we looking for?


  • Do you hold a Reiki qualification (Level 2 or above) and a Level 3 qualification in Anatomy and Physiology?
  • Do you have at least two years’ post-qualification experience?
  • Are you registered with a recognised professional body?
  • Do you have current personal indemnity insurance and an Enhanced DBS?
  • Are you confident using IT systems and recording activity accurately?
  • Do you have experience supporting individuals who may be distressed or unwell?
  • Are you a good listener, empathetic and able to communicate sensitively?
  • Are you able to commit to agreed hours between Monday and Friday?


Then we would love to hear from you!

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