Empowered Living Team

What You'll Do: 

Completion of visiting records and documentation of activities underttaken with patient/carer.

Working closely with a supervising health professional.

Engaging with patients, their carere, and the team.

Following the project's guidelines/procedures.

Why You'll Love It: 

Opportunity to help people to improve and make the most of their lives despite having a terminal illness.

Opportunity to give back to the community in a direct and meaningful way.

Get job references and develolp a portfolio of skills and training gained.

Travel expenses paid (TFL zones 1-6)

What You'll Learn: 

Learn and develop new skills

Gain experience of working in a caring profession

 

What We're Looking For: 

Friendly and approachable person who is able to get on well with people of different backgrounds.

Caring person who is committed to help improve patients quality of life.

Be able to work in a professional manner with patients who have a terminal illness.

Ability to complete patient files and other written documents as instructeed.

Be enthusiastice to learn and practice new skills.

Be reliable and flexible.

Be able to speak and read/write English.

Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Health
Social Care
Hackney
Tower Hamlets
0 Weeks Minimum
2 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Building relationships and influencing
Emotional intelligence
Inclusive
Languages you should know: 
English
Relevant interests: 
Charity / Nonprofit
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Requirements: 
DBS check
Over 18 years old

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