Ward Support Volunteer Newcastle Hospice
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Job Location:
Newcastle upon Tyne - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Availability:2-3 hours on weekdays
Time: Flexible to suit your schedule
Location:Marie Curie Hospice Marie Curie Drive Newcastle Upon Tyne NE4 6SS
Criteria: Minimum 18 years of age. A Criminal Record Check is required for this opportunity - Marie Curie will cover the cost of this.
What youll do:
- Spend time chatting with patients and learning about their interests
- Plan and offer simple activities such as reading card or board games crosswords or music
- Enjoy refreshments with patients
- Accompany patients to appointments the garden or communal areas (as approved by the Nurse in Charge)
- Set out crockery and cutlery before meals and tidy away afterwards
- Refill patients water jugs
Why youd be a great fit:
- Friendly with a positive attitude
- Courteous and helpful manner
- Comfortable talking to people from all walks of life
- Team spirit - positively engage with others in the ward and catering team
- You want to make a positive impact
What youll gain:
- Essential training ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
- Recognition for your time and effort
- Updates on the difference youre making
- Long Service Awards
- Be part of the UKs leading end-of-life charity
Perks:
- Travel and expenses covered
- Access to exclusive deals and discounts across retail travel entertainment and more
Key Skills
- Fundraising
- Communication skills
- Physical Examinations
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Grant Writing
- Music Therapy
- Memory Care
- Public Speaking
- Volunteer Management
- Writing Skills
About Company
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 more than 4,400 staff and 6,500 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and t ... View more
