VOLUNTARY Oncology Therapist

We are looking for willing volunteer therapists to join our friendly charity and deliver some Oncology massage treatments to Cancer patients in Berkshire.

CHARITY OVERVIEW

At MCMC, we're dedicated to enabling and empowering people with cancer by providing complementary therapies to relieve the side effects of cancer and its treatment. By joining our award-winning team, you become an integral part of this mission. You will make a positive impact by enhancing the wellbeing of those living with cancer and develop your knowledge and skills in a supportive environment. 

ROLE

Oncology Massage Therapist

LOCATION & HOURS

We currently offer therapies to our service users Monday-Thursday. Hours and location will be dependent on your availability and location and will be discussed in the interview process. The following locations are where we offer our services:

• MCMC HQ – Charvil, Reading
• Bracknell Healthspace – Bracknell
• The Deanwood Therapy Centre - Newbury

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking compassionate and caring oncology therapist to join our team as volunteers, providing therapy to patients with cancer. As a Volunteer Therapist, you will offer holistic support to cancer patients, helping alleviate symptoms, improve quality of life, and promote overall well-being through complementary therapy.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

We really appreciate all the time you will give to people with cancer in Berkshire. You are a vital part of the charity, and we seek the following from our volunteers to deliver the best quality experience to our service users:

• Certified in relevant qualifications
• Excellent communication skills
• Maintain confidentiality/boundaries
• Empathetic
• Trustworthy
• Reliable and flexible
• Confident to flag any concern regarding treatment
• Willing to learn and take part in relevant training/CPD

To volunteer, all therapists will need to provide the following:

• Certificates of qualification/s- minimum level should be L3 Diploma (equivalent to A level)
• Courses must be ‘accredited’ by a Professional Body and must include face to face training
• Certificate of insurance
• Membership of governing body
• CV
• 2 satisfactory references covering the last 3 years

Our therapists must be legally eligible to volunteer in the UK and pass our screening process, including references, DBS, and occupational health checks.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

You will join a fabulous community of like-minded, supportive therapists, and also be supported by our staff and volunteer admin team, who arrange your appointments. We also provide materials eg: towels, waxes and oils for therapists, and can help towards reasonable travel costs.

Alongside your induction from MCMC at our centres, you will receive mandatory training, provided by the Royal Berkshire Hospital, which can be completed at home. You will also receive a virtual training session on the cancer patient pathway.

Best of all, you will probably leave each session with a warm glow and real sense of pride, knowing you have positively impacted the lives of people living with cancer.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

My Cancer My Choices aims to treat all volunteers and applicants fairly and equally. My Cancer My Choices is committed to creating a safe, diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for volunteer opportunities without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital or veteran status. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities and those with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS & CONTACT INFORMATION

If you would like to apply, request any adjustments when applying, or require further information, please contact us at bookings@mycancermychoices.org. For applications, please send through a short cover letter (maximum 2 pages) together with your CV.