Recruitment

We are looking for skilled, dedicated, and enthusiastic complementary therapists, who have an interest in working within a multi-disciplinary team in a health care setting at St. Joseph’s Hospice in Hackney. In particular we are looking for acupuncturists, massage therapists, and reflexologists.

Skills and qualities we are looking for:

• A professional qualification in your chosen discipline - preferably Level 4 or above. Newly qualified therapists are welcome
• Good listening and communication skills, and an understanding of patients centred care
• The ability to work with a diverse population of people
• Good reflective practice
• Membership of a professional body and professional insurance
• An interest in palliative care

Key tasks include:

• Working one-to-one with patients, their families, and carers, to address their symptoms and issues
• Keeping accurate clinical notes
• Liaising with the Complementary Therapies team and other health professionals in the Hospice to provide a holistic model of care

This role requires you:

• To be 18+
• To be able to supply the details of two referees
• To be willing to apply for an Enhanced Adult DBS certificate with St. Joseph’s Hospice (unless you are subscribed to the Update Service)
• To complete an interview
• To attend a Core training day
• To commit to minimum of 3 hours every week for a minimum of six months active volunteering - weekly attendance is preferable, but fortnightly may be possible.
• To commit to the same shift on a regular basis; Monday to Friday (depending on availability) 10am to 12:30 pm or 1:30pm to 4pm

Benefits:

• Valuable clinical experience with patients and families with complex medical and social needs
• Working in one of the largest, most diverse, and innovative Hospice’s in the UK, which is leading the way in models of palliative and end of life care
• Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a health care setting
• Supportive working environment with supervision and monthly case study meetings
• Learn new skills and develop existing skills with CPD training opportunities
• Travel expenses paid (TFL Zones 1-6) and a meal card provided up to the value of £5 if you volunteer for 3 hours or more
• Networking with other therapists and sharing skills in compassionate care
• References provided after 6 months of active volunteering
• An opportunity to rent out treatment rooms at highly competitive rates