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East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) is a staff-owned social enterprise, providing community-based NHS services in Norfolk and Suffolk. We have contracts with the NHS and two county councils ...
Ward Volunteer - Carlton Court Hospital
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Summary
Ward Volunteers provide companionship and conversation to patients on the ward at Carlton Court Hospital, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft.Detailed description
Ward Volunteers provide companionship and support to patients on the ward at Carlton Court Hospital. The role focuses on giving patients the opportunity to have a friendly chat and encouraging them to engage in light activity to support their rehabilitation.
Shifts are available 7 days a week (subject to availability) with a suggested commitment of 2-3 hours at a regular agreed time. Fortnightly sessions can also be discussed if preferred.
Tasks may vary from session to session depending on the needs of the team and the patients, but are likely to include:
- Providing companionship to patients – talking with them, carrying out activities with them such as reading, jigsaws and games.
- Sitting with them in the Day Room or garden area.
- Encouraging patients to do their physiotherapy exercises.
- Reporting any concerns you have about patients to a member of staff without delay.
To volunteer in this role you will be required to undertake a morning's mandatory induction training (held in Lowestoft). This role also requires a standard DBS check and two character references. We welcome all applicants and a previous conviction may not necessarily prevent you from volunteering.