We are looking for volunteer qualified counsellors to provide counselling support to individuals impacted by terminal illness.
What we need you to do:
Your role will include some of, but is not restricted to, the following tasks:
• Provide counselling sessions for in-patients, outpatients and bereaved loved ones.
• Identify when the level of support may be beyond the scope of counselling and that other professional help may be needed.
• To be supervised by a qualified external supervisor.
• Provide statistical records on a weekly basis to the hospice administration team.
• To follow Marie Curie policies, standards, and procedures.
•To attend monthly managerial supervision meetings at the Marie Curie Hospice
What skills or experience do you need?
• Diploma in Counselling from a recognised body.
• The ability to work sensitively with people facing or experiencing loss.
• To be emotionally balanced and self-aware.
• To keep up to date with professional developments in counselling and Marie Curie policies and procedures.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the actions required when working with people who may be at risk to themselves or others.
What we can offer you:
• An excellent opportunity to build on your skills in a reputable health care environment.
• An induction, substantial training, support, and supervision in your role.
•A warm and friendly environment.
What we ask of you:
• To provide two references from non-family members.
• To provide all relevant documents related to the role (this role will require an enhanced disclosure check).
• To complete a full induction and any training related to the role.
About Us
Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last. When you volunteer for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We’re a passionate, committed, and diverse team of staff and volunteers. We offer expert clinical care, guidance, and support, to patients and loved ones affected by terminal illness.
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
Marie Curie will treat all volunteers fairly and with respect. Marie Curie is committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
For more information or if you have any questions regarding this volunteer role, please contact the Volunteer Centre on volunteering@mariecurie.org.uk or on 0800 304 7032.
Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates