St Joseph's Hospice
The Neurological Support Group (NSG) exists to provide a space for people with progressive Neurological Conditions such as MS, MND, PSP and advanced Parkinson’s where they can receive support, socialise and access Complementary Therapies. We are looking for someone who is passionate about art to work with the patients and carers at the NSG to introduce them to drawing, painting and other crafts, or to work with individuals with an existing interest on their own projects and/or enhancing their skills.
Volunteer Supervisor: Lead Complementary Therapist Age Requirement: 23+ Total number of volunteers required: 1 Key tasks
To plan and coordinate appropriate projects that patients are able to complete at home
To work independently with individuals and be able to support them with techniques, ideas etc.
Time requirement The NSG runs from 11.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. on a Monday. A time requirement of 1-2 hours (preferably from around 11.30 a.m. – 1.30 p.m.) on an ongoing weekly or fortnightly basis.
Skills and qualities required
A caring, imaginative and creative person with a passion for art
A knowledge of drawing/painting/craft techniques
The flexibility to work with hospice staff and other volunteers
To be comfortable and confident working independently
To be able to work sensitively and empathically with a diverse range of people
An understanding of St Joseph’s Mission and Core values
Useful skills to have
A background in teaching or facilitating groups
To find out more about this role please contact the Volunteer Team on
volunteering@stjh.org.uk
or
call 0208 525 6032 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Volunteer Supervisor: Lead Complementary Therapist Age Requirement: 23+ Total number of volunteers required: 1 Key tasks
To plan and coordinate appropriate projects that patients are able to complete at home
To work independently with individuals and be able to support them with techniques, ideas etc.
Time requirement The NSG runs from 11.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. on a Monday. A time requirement of 1-2 hours (preferably from around 11.30 a.m. – 1.30 p.m.) on an ongoing weekly or fortnightly basis.
Skills and qualities required
A caring, imaginative and creative person with a passion for art
A knowledge of drawing/painting/craft techniques
The flexibility to work with hospice staff and other volunteers
To be comfortable and confident working independently
To be able to work sensitively and empathically with a diverse range of people
An understanding of St Joseph’s Mission and Core values
Useful skills to have
A background in teaching or facilitating groups
To find out more about this role please contact the Volunteer Team on
volunteering@stjh.org.uk
or
call 0208 525 6032 #J-18808-Ljbffr