Job summary
Julia's House is a registered charity
which provides support for children with life-limiting/life threatening
conditions and their families. Julias House has hospices in Corfe Mullen,
Doset and Devizes, Wiltshire.
Our Therapists carry out a vital role in the organisation by providing Complementary Therapy treatments within the hospice and in the family home to all members of the family. The successful candidate will work as part of the Complementary Therapy Team and wider Family Support Team, in conjunction with a team of volunteers.On receipt of referrals you will assess and plan the delivery of high quality Complementary Therapy sessions to the families.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have need to have a Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology and be qualified in Massage plus one other of the following:
Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage, Reiki and Mindfulness.
A current Liability Insurance Certificate plus membership of a professional therapist body is also a requirement.
In
addition you will have a minimum of three year experience and of working with
children with complex needs and be willing to visit families within their own
homes to provide therapy treatments in a calm and professional manner. Please see our Person Specification and
Job Description for full details of this role.
About us
This role will primarily be based in at
our Devizes hospice, but with an expectation to cover Dorset during
absences and to attend meetings at various locations as required.
A full driving licence and use of a car for business purposes are essential. Flexibility in working hours will also be required in this role.
Members of the NHS Pension Scheme may retain membership on joining Julia's House. We offer 30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rated for part-time staff), an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and a Life Assurance scheme.
Julia's Houseis committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our clients, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.
As part of our values, we are committed to supporting equality, diversity and inclusion. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us. Based on our current staffing profile, we have identified that there is an under-representation of: (a) individuals of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, so would especially welcome BAME applicants for any of our vacant positions; and (b) males, so we would welcome male applicants for any of our vacant positions and specially for any care and nursing roles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work within
a team of therapists and volunteers and to provide high quality therapies to
every family member in the family home and at the two Hospices, when required
On receipt of
your referrals, assess, plan and deliver high quality Complementary Therapy
sessions to families
Maintain
accurate records of interactions and communications with families on the case management systems.
Work with your
Line Manager to meet the requirements of the relevant regulatory bodies e.g. Care
Quality Commission. Maintain accurate records of methods, evidence of policies
and the monitoring of procedures for inspection.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work within
a team of therapists and volunteers and to provide high quality therapies to
every family member in the family home and at the two Hospices, when required
On receipt of
your referrals, assess, plan and deliver high quality Complementary Therapy
sessions to families
Maintain
accurate records of interactions and communications with families on the case management systems.
Work with your
Line Manager to meet the requirements of the relevant regulatory bodies e.g. Care
Quality Commission. Maintain accurate records of methods, evidence of policies
and the monitoring of procedures for inspection.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology
- Qualification in a minimum of Massage therapy and in addition a qualification in one of the following therapies:
- Aromatherapy
- Reflexology
- Indian Head Massage
- Reiki
- Mindfulness
- Current Liability Insurance Certificate
- Member of a Professional Body i.e. FHT, Association of Reflexologist
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with families and carers
- Minimum of 3 years practical Complementary Therapy experience
- Good awareness of Health & Safety issues
Desirable
- Experience of working with children
- Experience of delivering therapies within end of life situation
- Experience of working within a sometimes challenging environment
- Experience of working in a multi agency environment
- Experience of working in a charity environment
- Experience with Cross Care or similar health care database
Aptitude and skills
Essential
- Excellent customer care skills
- Well presented
- Good interpersonal skills
- Computer literate
- The ability to prioritise and manage your own time
- Ability to motivate and work well in a team
- Good organisational and administration skills
- Calm and professional attitude
Desirable
- Able to train staff and volunteers in basic therapy skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology
- Qualification in a minimum of Massage therapy and in addition a qualification in one of the following therapies:
- Aromatherapy
- Reflexology
- Indian Head Massage
- Reiki
- Mindfulness
- Current Liability Insurance Certificate
- Member of a Professional Body i.e. FHT, Association of Reflexologist
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with families and carers
- Minimum of 3 years practical Complementary Therapy experience
- Good awareness of Health & Safety issues
Desirable
- Experience of working with children
- Experience of delivering therapies within end of life situation
- Experience of working within a sometimes challenging environment
- Experience of working in a multi agency environment
- Experience of working in a charity environment
- Experience with Cross Care or similar health care database
Aptitude and skills
Essential
- Excellent customer care skills
- Well presented
- Good interpersonal skills
- Computer literate
- The ability to prioritise and manage your own time
- Ability to motivate and work well in a team
- Good organisational and administration skills
- Calm and professional attitude
Desirable
- Able to train staff and volunteers in basic therapy skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
