Hairdresser & Barber Volunteer

St Michael’s Hospice; South Dakota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a respected hospice, providing hairdressing services to enhance patients' well-being. This volunteering role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your interpersonal skills. You'll work with individuals facing life-limiting illnesses, ensuring they receive dignified and caring service. Experience the rewards of contributing to a charitable cause, and enjoy social events and training opportunities that enrich your volunteer experience. If you're cheerful, energetic, and eager to help, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Social and educational events

Volunteer outings

Christmas Party

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with people with life-limiting illnesses.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Senior Nurse to assess patient needs.
• Adhere to infection control policies and maintain hygiene.

Skills

Hairdressing/Barbering experience

Interpersonal skills

Sensitivity and confidentiality

Education

Relevant qualifications in hairdressing/barbering

Tools

Salon equipment

Personal scissors

Job description

As a patient, getting pampered can significantly contribute to your well-being. At St Michael’s, our patients eagerly anticipate scheduling appointments with a hairdresser.

Our hairdressing/barber volunteers provide patients with a friendly and dignified service that will enhance their self-esteem. As a qualified hairdresser/barber, your tasks will be:

1. Reporting to the Senior Nurse in Charge on arrival to establish who requires the hairdressing service and their individual needs.
2. Adhering to the infection control policy, NHS handwashing policy (including washing hands between each patient), and seeking advice from the senior nurse before undertaking hairdressing activities.
3. Being aware of all relevant St Michael’s Hospice Policies & Procedures.
4. Undertaking hairdressing as requested by the patient/carer within the scope of practice.
5. Considering the comfort, position, and safety of patients with complex medical needs.
6. Not using chemicals such as colouring and perming.
7. Properly using salon equipment to ensure patient and staff safety and comfort.
8. Using personal scissors for haircuts.
9. Leaving the salon in a clean, tidy, and hygienic condition after each patient and at the end of each shift.
10. Attending role-specific training as required.

About you:

This volunteering opportunity would be ideal for someone who has good knowledge of:

• Dealing with people experiencing life-limiting illnesses, requiring sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Being considerate and courteous to patients, visitors, staff, and other volunteers.
• Hairdressing/Barbering experience and relevant qualifications.

At St. Michael’s hospice, our volunteers are vital. To maintain our positive environment, we need volunteers who:

• Have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Have a flexible and positive attitude.
• Are cheerful and energetic.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.

This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Volunteers must provide qualification certificates before starting duties.

What will you get out of it?

• Join a passionate team committed to making a difference.
• Experience the rewards of contributing to a respected charity.
• Develop your organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, enhancing your CV.
• Invitation to social and educational events such as talks, volunteer outings, hospice BBQs, Christmas Party, and more.

St Michael's Hospice, Bartestree, Hereford, HR1 4HA, Herefordshire

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