Art therapy volunteer for Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care

Welwyn Hatfield Community And Voluntary Services Limited; Watford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Watford is seeking a qualified art therapist for a unique volunteer opportunity. The role involves providing art therapy support to patients and families dealing with life-limiting illnesses and bereavement while offering supervision and training. Applicants should possess relevant qualifications and a compassionate, team-oriented approach. This is an excellent chance to gain hands-on experience in a supportive setting while contributing meaningfully to the community.

Qualifications

• A qualified art therapist.
• Eager to develop skills in a supportive environment.
• Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group art therapy support to clients, children, and families affected by illness.
• Attend and contribute to MDT meetings to discuss cases.
• Maintain accurate records on the clinical database.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Relevant qualification or training in art therapy

Job description

Before you can register your interest for this opportunity, you must be registered as a volunteer. Register with the Volunteer Centre, or if you have already registered, please log in.

This is a unique opportunity for a newly qualified art therapist, or someone who wants to refresh their skills, to use your qualifications to gain valuable experience in a real-world environment. We will provide supervision, and you will be involved in both 1:1 and group work.

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

District: Watford

Start Date: 29/01/2025

End Date: 30/04/2025

Location: From your office

Time of day: Weekday Mornings, Weekday Afternoons

Practical Considerations: The Peace Hospice is wheelchair accessible. We will discuss any adjustments you may need.

Requirements: Relevant qualification or training, criminal record check (DBS)

Additional Requirements: Professional reference

Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, 26 and over, Older People, People with restricted mobility

Interested in volunteering for: Arts & Crafts, Children, Families & Family Support, End of Life, Bereavement & Hospices

Wheelchair access: Yes

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Full Description:

Purpose of this role

Our Creative Therapies team works with patients and family members to explore and express complex thoughts and emotions related to life-limiting illness and loss.

Main tasks

• Provide individual and group art therapy support to clients, patients, children, and families affected by illness and bereavement
• Attend and contribute to MDT meetings to discuss cases
• Maintain accurate records on our clinical database
• Attend mandatory supervision
• Maintain patient/client confidentiality and provide feedback as required

What we are looking for

• A qualified art therapist
• Someone eager to develop skills in this environment
• A team player with empathy and patience
• Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality

Training and support

• Support from a named line manager
• Mandatory training at start and periodically
• Role-specific training organized by your line manager
• Use of a dedicated email for client confidentiality
• Completion of online data security training

Additional information

• Complete a volunteer application and provide a professional reference
• Enhanced DBS check required
• Supervision support provided
• Virtual supervision and client support possible
• Reasonable adjustments and expenses will be accommodated
• Volunteer commitment is valued, but breaks are allowed; re-entry involves review and possible refresher training

Restrictions:

• No clinical advice or medication provision
• No counseling or sharing personal contact details
• No witnessing legal documentation