Massage Volunteer - Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear (On-site)
Unpaid role, expenses not paid
Voluntary
Job description

PLEASE NOTE: This role is only needed for the Christmas period for our festive Health & Wellbeing days.

If you plan to apply for this role, please note you will need an electronic copy of your recognised qualification and PLI certificate to hand.

You will contribute to ending homelessness by

Our massage service gives our guests a rare chance to release tension, relax and totally unwind. If you are a qualified masseuse, come and share your skills and make a real difference to homeless people this Christmas.

What you will gain

  • You will have the opportunity to be part of a volunteer led team making a real difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness over the Christmas period 
  • The opportunity to share existing or develop new skills in a friendly and supportive environment 
  • Access to relevant Crisis at Christmas training events 
  • Support and advice from Crisis at Christmas staff team    
  • Experience in running activities 
  • A platform for building confidence 
  • Skills and knowledge in providing services for people experiencing homelessness

Core tasks

Your tasks may include: 

  • During your shift you will provide short sessions for guests with breaks in between. 
  • All treatments are clothed or with tops off if you and the guest are comfortable.   
  • You will be volunteering at our Health & Wellbeing Day(s). These events are an opportunity for members to access a range of health & wellbeing services from the safety and comfort of our Skylight.
  • You will be part of the Activities and Wellbeing Team team along with other roles which may include: Hairdressers, Nail Technicians, Podiatirsts and Physiotherapists.     
  • Our training will show you what to expect when running sessions and the type of sessions that work best for our guests.  

Who we are looking for

  • Professional practitioners of traditional massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Indian Head massage or aromatherapy   
  • You must have a recognised qualification and appropriate insurance.    
  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with vulnerable guests.     
  • A positive attitude and the ability to encourage and motivate guests who may not have had a massage before.     
  • A can-do attitude and willingness to muck in and help the entire activities team throughout your shift.    
  • Ability to work with the Shift Team and report any potential issues to the shift leader      
  • Ability to deliver Crisis at Christmas services in a fair manner ensuring that the safety of the guests and volunteers is of paramount importance at all times     
  • Be a positive role model for all volunteers exhibiting behaviours outlined in the Volunteers Code of Conduct     
  • Unfortunately we do not accept reiki or other natural healing practitioners.

Additional information

  • We expect volunteers to comply with Crisis policies including health and safety, data protection and code of conduct at all times  
  • To maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all accessible information about guests and the organisation  
  • Be positive, productive and have the passion to help end homelessness  
  • We strive to ensure that our services are welcoming, remain relevant and are fully accessible to everyone that we help and support.  
  • We are particularly welcoming of volunteers from diverse and other marginalised communities, as this helps us ensure the best experience for those that we are here to help.  
  • People who have lived experience of homelessness are also particularly welcome to apply. 

If you plan to apply for this role, please note you will need electronic copies of your recognised qualification and PLI certificate to hand.

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Crisis UK View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 501 - 1000
Refreshed on: 12 November 2024
Closing date: 02 December 2024 at 15:43
Tags: Housing, Health / Medical, Homelessness, Mental Health, Wellbeing

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