ROLE
To provide a service as a member of the Well-being/Complementary therapy Team and practise the therapies which have been agreed, in accordance with the policies of Farleigh Hospice.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- Patient, reliable and understanding
- Very good IT skills
- A good listener
- Friendly and empathetic
- Effective oral/written communication, interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team and individually
- Willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
- Eagerness and ability to learn new skills quickly
- Understanding and ability to maintain confidentiality and boundaries
- Ability to deal with different people and situations sensitively and appropriately, remaining calm and polite at all times
- Awareness of own response to death, dying and bereavement
KEY TASKS (not exclusively)
• Carry out Complementary Therapy treatments with patients and carers in line with Farleigh Hospice policies and procedures
• Be aware of the patient’s diagnosis, treatment, care and current condition
• Be aware of contraindications or precautions in relation to the therapy(ies) that you practise and be able to adapt a treatment accordingly
• Complete the required documentation
• Provide feedback, including any adverse effects, to the patient’s Key Worker and the Well-being/Complementary therapy Co-ordinator
• Participate in clinical supervision with the Well-being/Complementary therapy Co-ordinator as agreed
• Be able to work empathically with patients and carers in distress
• Because of the nature of the work at Farleigh you will need to be prepared to address searching questions regarding death and dying on a personal level
PROFESSIONAL
• Hold a recognised professional qualification in the complementary therapy(ies) you will practise at Farleigh and hold current registration with a recognised professional body
• Have significant recent post qualification professional practice
• Maintain professional development to facilitate the provision of an evidence -based service
• To participate in any audit, evaluation or research of the complementary therapy service
• Be able to work empathically with patients and carers in distress
This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) clearance
To apply for the role, please click HERE
Thank you for contributing to the valuable work at Farleigh Hospice.