In-Patient Support Volunteer

Job Description:

We aim to adopt a calm, relaxed approach on the In-Patient Unit and although the Hospice is not a hospital, it is a medical centre and therefore procedures need to be followed. The role involves supporting nursing staff to provide the best quality of care to our patients and their visitors by providing refreshments and engagement, where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Replenishing patients water jugs, offering and making drinks for patients and their visitors
• Engaging with patients and their visitors, if appropriate
• Replenishing stock in the kitchen diner cupboards/fridges when necessary
• Check dates on items in the fridge and record the temperature
• General cleaning/tidying of kitchen and refreshment areas
• Take meals to patients as required and the completion of documentation re the amount of food eaten by patients

Key Requirements:

This role does not require any specific qualifications, or professional registration.

Recruitment, Induction and On-Going Development:

• All volunteers are required to complete an application form, provide two references, and obtain a Standard DBS Disclosure.
• Volunteers are required to complete on-line training and specific training and mentoring will be provide for this role.
• On–going supervision, training and development will continue throughout your volunteering with The Kirkwood and support is always available from the Volunteer Services Team. 
• To keep up to date with requirements and legislation directly relevant to this role, some training will be repeated on an annual basis.

Minimum Suggested Time Commitment Per Week:

Regular weekly shifts are available as outlined below. We also welcome volunteers who could provide ad-hoc support during absences.

• Wednesday 9.30am – 11.30am x 2 Vacancies
• Thursday 6pm – 7.30pm x 1 vacancy
• Saturday 9.30am – 11.30am x 1 vacancy
• Saturday 6pm – 7.30pm x 1 vacancy

Location:

The Kirkwood - 21 Albany Road, Dalton, Huddersfield, HD5 9UY

Interested in this role?  

If this sounds like the role for you, get in touch with our Volunteer Team. We aim to respond within 48 working hours.  

Sharon Kingsley Volunteer Coordinator (Operations).

Email: sharon.kingsley@thekirkwood.org.uk

Or call: Tel: 01484 557 900  

Volunteering at The Kirkwood

Volunteering with The Kirkwood is open to people of all ages and backgrounds. And the great thing is that a little of your time can make a massive difference to what we can achieve!

Volunteering has been a part of the fabric of The Kirkwood since the idea of a ‘Hospice for Kirklees’ was first conceived over 35 years ago. Over the years, thousands of local people have offered their time and skills as volunteers, and The Kirkwood you see today is a testament to the fantastic contribution they have made.

Everyone associated with The Kirkwood knows only too well the real difference our volunteers make to the running of our services, and it’s true to say we simply couldn’t do it without them!  

And don’t forget, it’s not ‘all work and no play'! Volunteering with The Kirkwood gives you the chance to meet new people and make new friends, join in volunteer celebration events, socialise with other members of your team.  

Is it your time to make a difference?  

About The Kirkwood

The Kirkwood is a local Charity providing specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees living with life limiting illnesses in Kirklees.  

We are a team of clinical and medical professionals, fundraisers, chefs, receptionists and cleaners. We are supporters and volunteers. We are patients, carers and families. We are a movement of people motivated by our shared vision to provide the very best care for the people of Kirklees.

Please note that only one reference is needed for our retail roles. This reference must come from an individual you have known for a minimum of 12 months.