Complementary Therapist

PHYLLIS TUCKWELL MEMORIAL HOSPICE LTD

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Job summary

Phyllis Tuckwell provides supportive and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness. Based in Farnham and Guildford, we serve a population of 550,000 across West Surrey and North East Hampshire.

Complementary Therapist

25 hours per week

Salary £21,576 per annum (WTE £32,364 per annum based on 37.5 hours a week)

Location: Farnham

An opportunity has arisen for a Complementary Therapist to join our established Complementary Therapy team. This role is predominantly community based, but the successful applicant would also have input into the In-Patient Unit and Living Well services, running the occasional group work when required. The role will be based at our Farnham site with clinical cover across the Guildford and Camberley sites in addition to the community catchment area of PT.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will work with patients to set and achieve goals, carry out treatment programmes and contribute to a palliative rehabilitation approach. As part of our multidisciplinary team you will support patients with a wide range of advanced or terminal conditions including those with cancer, frailty, progressive neurological conditions and advanced cardiac and respiratory disease. Experience of working in a community role would be an advantage.

Please note that we are currently relocated and therefore work from different locations at present, but the main base would be Farnham.

The successful candidate will:

Be an experienced Complementary Therapist with an aromatherapy qualification, which is essential to this role
Reflexology and Reiki qualifications, these are desirable but not essential
Have a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience

About us

In return we offer:

6 weeks paid holiday, plus public holidays
Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions to 7.5%)
NHS Pension membership for current members
Clinical Supervision
Excellent education and training
Employee Assistance Programme
Health Cash Plan Scheme
Staff Benefit Voucher Scheme
A motivated and compassionate team whose passion is to make a difference
Multidisciplinary working within a forward thinking and supportive organisation

Further information can be obtained from Angie Shepherd, Complementary Team Lead on 01252 729437 or angie.shepherd@pth.org.uk. Pre-arranged informal visits are encouraged.

If you are unable to apply online please contact HR on 01252 729408 or recruitment@pth.org.uk.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Sunday 8th October 2023

Interviews will be held: w/c Monday 16th October 2023

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Phyllis Tuckwell is an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and welcome applications from all sections of the community

Date posted

15 September 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£21,576 a year (£32,364 per annum WTE)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

M0001-PHY0439

Job locations

Headway House

Crosby Way

Farnham

Surrey

GU9 7XG

Job description

Job responsibilities

POST: Complementary Therapist

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Complementary Therapy Team Lead

JOB PURPOSE:

To provide a high-quality complementary therapy service to patients and their carers, in the community, at the Beacon Centre and in the inpatient unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.0 Clinical

1.1 Demonstrate clinical expertise by achieving good emotional support and symptom control as determined by the recipient of the treatment.

1.2 Competently deliver complementary therapy treatments to individuals based on assessment of their needs and where indicated, in consultation with the Complementary Therapy Team Lead.

1.3 Competently run Living Well group workshops.

1.4 Maintain effective relationships with relevant professionals and organisations, liaising about patient care issues as appropriate.

1.5 Work as part of the multi professional team providing excellent patient care, including attendance at MDT meetings.

1.6 Be responsible for the safe use and storage of professional equipment and mediums such as essential oils.

1.7 Work in accordance with the Complementary Therapy Policy and Guidelines and the National Guidelines for the use of Complementary Therapies in Supportive and Palliative Care.

2.0 Professional

2.1 Act within any legal and statutory framework relating to complementary therapy practices in the field of palliative care as set by the appropriate registering body.

2.2 Maintain clear and concise records which comply with the PT policy and procedures on record keeping.

2.3 Appreciate the diversity of skills held by the other therapists.

3.0 Training and Development

a) Team

3.1 Provide support and advice to members of the volunteer complementary therapy team, promoting and maintaining effective team working.

3.2 Ensure attendance at regular team meetings.

3.3 Participate in the PT Appraisal Process to identify own learning needs and development to meet the requirements of the post.

b) Personal

3.4 Ensure continuing professional development is undertaken as required by the registering professional body.

3.5 Be responsible for ensuring appropriate clinical support is in place through supervision and attending clinical support meetings with the Complementary Therapy Team Lead.

3.6 Undertake mandatory training in line with PT policies.

4.0 Administration

4.1 Be aware of and adhere to the relevant PT policies and procedures, especially those relating to health and safety, fire, lone worker and manual handling.

4.2 Effectively manage own time and workload to provide high standards of care.

4.3 Maintain accurate and timely records on EMIS.

5.0 Research

5.1 Contribute to audit and service evaluations, as requested, as part of PTs quality assurance plans in conjunction with other team members.

5.2 Be aware of current research and participate in inter-hospice projects should opportunities present themselves.

6.0 Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Role holders are required to understand their responsibilities in the safeguarding context, ensuring that Phyllis Tuckwell reduces the risk of harm or abuse of adults and children at risk.

You are required to:

adhere to Phyllis Tuckwells Safeguarding Policy (held on the NEST), which supports the local authoritys multi agency safeguarding policy, the law (Care Act 2014) and Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards).
inform the appropriate PT professional where there is concern that an adult or child may be at risk of harm, abuse, or neglect.

Phyllis Tuckwell is committed to an Equal Opportunities approach, valuing, and respecting everyone as individuals, with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles, and circumstances.

This job description is underpinned by Phyllis Tuckwells philosophy, culture, and core values, which actively embrace diversity and inclusion and promotes total team spirit.

This job description is current and subject to yearly review in consultation with the jobholder. It is liable to reflect and anticipate necessary changes to support the PT strategy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

POST: Complementary Therapist

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Complementary Therapy Team Lead

JOB PURPOSE:

To provide a high-quality complementary therapy service to patients and their carers, in the community, at the Beacon Centre and in the inpatient unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.0 Clinical

1.1 Demonstrate clinical expertise by achieving good emotional support and symptom control as determined by the recipient of the treatment.

1.2 Competently deliver complementary therapy treatments to individuals based on assessment of their needs and where indicated, in consultation with the Complementary Therapy Team Lead.

1.3 Competently run Living Well group workshops.

1.4 Maintain effective relationships with relevant professionals and organisations, liaising about patient care issues as appropriate.

1.5 Work as part of the multi professional team providing excellent patient care, including attendance at MDT meetings.

1.6 Be responsible for the safe use and storage of professional equipment and mediums such as essential oils.

1.7 Work in accordance with the Complementary Therapy Policy and Guidelines and the National Guidelines for the use of Complementary Therapies in Supportive and Palliative Care.

2.0 Professional

2.1 Act within any legal and statutory framework relating to complementary therapy practices in the field of palliative care as set by the appropriate registering body.

2.2 Maintain clear and concise records which comply with the PT policy and procedures on record keeping.

2.3 Appreciate the diversity of skills held by the other therapists.

3.0 Training and Development

a) Team

3.1 Provide support and advice to members of the volunteer complementary therapy team, promoting and maintaining effective team working.

3.2 Ensure attendance at regular team meetings.

3.3 Participate in the PT Appraisal Process to identify own learning needs and development to meet the requirements of the post.

b) Personal

3.4 Ensure continuing professional development is undertaken as required by the registering professional body.

3.5 Be responsible for ensuring appropriate clinical support is in place through supervision and attending clinical support meetings with the Complementary Therapy Team Lead.

3.6 Undertake mandatory training in line with PT policies.

4.0 Administration

4.1 Be aware of and adhere to the relevant PT policies and procedures, especially those relating to health and safety, fire, lone worker and manual handling.

4.2 Effectively manage own time and workload to provide high standards of care.

4.3 Maintain accurate and timely records on EMIS.

5.0 Research

5.1 Contribute to audit and service evaluations, as requested, as part of PTs quality assurance plans in conjunction with other team members.

5.2 Be aware of current research and participate in inter-hospice projects should opportunities present themselves.

6.0 Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Role holders are required to understand their responsibilities in the safeguarding context, ensuring that Phyllis Tuckwell reduces the risk of harm or abuse of adults and children at risk.

You are required to:

adhere to Phyllis Tuckwells Safeguarding Policy (held on the NEST), which supports the local authoritys multi agency safeguarding policy, the law (Care Act 2014) and Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards).
inform the appropriate PT professional where there is concern that an adult or child may be at risk of harm, abuse, or neglect.

Phyllis Tuckwell is committed to an Equal Opportunities approach, valuing, and respecting everyone as individuals, with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles, and circumstances.

This job description is underpinned by Phyllis Tuckwells philosophy, culture, and core values, which actively embrace diversity and inclusion and promotes total team spirit.

This job description is current and subject to yearly review in consultation with the jobholder. It is liable to reflect and anticipate necessary changes to support the PT strategy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma in Massage and Anatomy and Physiology, Aromatherapy and Reflexology, (minimum Level 3)
Membership of an appropriate Regulatory Body, e.g., Federation of Holistic Therapists, Complementary Therapists Association

Desirable

Diploma in Indian Head Massage (minimum Level 3)
Reiki

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 2 years experience as a Complementary Therapist
To have provided holistic, patient centred Complementary Therapy support to patients and carers
Understanding of holistic health within the context of chronic illness
Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Experience of working in a palliative care setting
Understanding of the role of a hospice
Experience of working with volunteers

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

To have sound knowledge and skills in Complementary Therapy interventions
To be able to work effectively and efficiently with individuals and groups
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
To effectively manage own diary/time management
Car driver/owner with a current clean driving license and able to access peoples homes

Desirable

Awareness of palliative care initiatives related to Complementary Therapy
Proficient in use of IT including word, excel, PowerPoint, smart phone technology and electronic diary

Professional Relationships

Essential

To have an understanding of different cultures, religions and lifestyles
To be able to walk alongside the patients with understanding and insight
To recognise professional boundaries
To have an understanding of and compliance with appropriate PT policies and procedures

Team Working

Essential

Understanding of and ability to integrate into a complex multidisciplinary team
Commitment to maintaining good team relationships whilst providing a quality complementary therapy service
Appreciation of others strengths and differences
To be flexible and self-aware

Written and Verbal Communication

Essential

To be able to adjust communication style to the person and situation
To be able to contribute appropriately and effectively at meetings
To effectively communicate in a clear and concise method, utilising IT where appropriate

Personal Attributes

Essential

To be motivated and enthusiastic as a Complementary Therapist to improving the lives of others with empathy and compassion
To be committed to life-long learning and evidence based practise.
Able to work autonomously when required.
Good organisational skills, plan and prioritise effectively
Able to reflect on and critically appraise own performance
Personal resilience and experience of self-care
Good attendance and punctuality record.
Flexibility

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma in Massage and Anatomy and Physiology, Aromatherapy and Reflexology, (minimum Level 3)
Membership of an appropriate Regulatory Body, e.g., Federation of Holistic Therapists, Complementary Therapists Association

Desirable

Diploma in Indian Head Massage (minimum Level 3)
Reiki

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 2 years experience as a Complementary Therapist
To have provided holistic, patient centred Complementary Therapy support to patients and carers
Understanding of holistic health within the context of chronic illness
Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Experience of working in a palliative care setting
Understanding of the role of a hospice
Experience of working with volunteers

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

To have sound knowledge and skills in Complementary Therapy interventions
To be able to work effectively and efficiently with individuals and groups
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
To effectively manage own diary/time management
Car driver/owner with a current clean driving license and able to access peoples homes

Desirable

Awareness of palliative care initiatives related to Complementary Therapy
Proficient in use of IT including word, excel, PowerPoint, smart phone technology and electronic diary

Professional Relationships

Essential

To have an understanding of different cultures, religions and lifestyles
To be able to walk alongside the patients with understanding and insight
To recognise professional boundaries
To have an understanding of and compliance with appropriate PT policies and procedures

Team Working

Essential

Understanding of and ability to integrate into a complex multidisciplinary team
Commitment to maintaining good team relationships whilst providing a quality complementary therapy service
Appreciation of others strengths and differences
To be flexible and self-aware

Written and Verbal Communication

Essential

To be able to adjust communication style to the person and situation
To be able to contribute appropriately and effectively at meetings
To effectively communicate in a clear and concise method, utilising IT where appropriate

Personal Attributes

Essential

To be motivated and enthusiastic as a Complementary Therapist to improving the lives of others with empathy and compassion
To be committed to life-long learning and evidence based practise.
Able to work autonomously when required.
Good organisational skills, plan and prioritise effectively
Able to reflect on and critically appraise own performance
Personal resilience and experience of self-care
Good attendance and punctuality record.
Flexibility

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.

Employer details

Employer name

PHYLLIS TUCKWELL MEMORIAL HOSPICE LTD

Address

Headway House

Crosby Way

Farnham

Surrey

GU9 7XG

Employer's website

https://www.pth.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

PHYLLIS TUCKWELL MEMORIAL HOSPICE LTD

Address

Headway House

Crosby Way

Farnham

Surrey

GU9 7XG

Employer's website

https://www.pth.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Complementary Therapy Team Lead

Angie Shepherd

angie.shepherd@pth.org.uk

01252729437

Date posted

15 September 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£21,576 a year (£32,364 per annum WTE)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

M0001-PHY0439

Job locations

Headway House

Crosby Way

Farnham

Surrey

GU9 7XG

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