Companion Caregiver

This is a unique opportunity to join Marie Curie's Hospital Companion team and make a positive impact on the lives of people at end of life and their loved ones.

As a Hospital Companion, you will be responsible for:

• Providing companionship and emotional support to patients and their loved ones
• Offering practical information and signposting to local services
• Promoting the Hospital Companion service within the hospital setting and local community
• Completing reports on each hospital visit
• Attending volunteer wellbeing sessions, team meetings, and training

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Friendly and approachable demeanor
• Patient, empathetic, and sensitive to the needs of others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build rapport with patients and their loved ones
• Self-awareness and emotional resilience
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and develop
• Reliability and trustworthiness
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Inclusive and respectful attitude

This role offers:

• A competitive estimated salary of £11-13 per hour
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses reimbursed

You'll also have the opportunity to connect with new and interesting people who share your passion for making a difference in the lives of others.