Reiki Volunteer- Hospice Care- Mashpee

Caring Hospice of Massachusetts is seeking Reiki practitioners to join our volunteer team. Reiki volunteers provide gentle, non-invasive energy therapy that promotes relaxation, comfort, and emotional well-being for patients facing terminal illnesses.

Through the simple gift of presence and healing touch (or hands-above techniques), Reiki volunteers help create peaceful moments that can ease stress, anxiety, and promote comfort during the end-of-life journey.

Responsibilities

• Provide Reiki sessions to hospice patients as requested.
• Create a calm, respectful, and compassionate environment during visits.
• Communicate professionally with hospice staff regarding completed volunteer visits.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow hospice policies.
• Complete required visit documentation.
• Attend hospice volunteer orientation and ongoing education opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certified Reiki Practitioner (Level II or Master preferred; all certification levels will be considered).
• Compassionate, dependable, and comfortable working with individuals facing serious illness.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to respect diverse beliefs, cultures, and spiritual practices.
• Willingness to complete hospice volunteer training, background check, health screening, and other onboarding requirements.

Time Commitment

• Flexible scheduling based on your availability.
• Typical patient visits last approximately 30–60 minutes.
• Volunteers may serve weekly, biweekly, or monthly.

Benefits of Volunteering

• Make a lasting impact in someone's final journey.
• Share your healing gifts with patients and families.
• Receive hospice volunteer education and ongoing support.
• Become part of a compassionate interdisciplinary care team.
• Earn volunteer service hours while giving back to your community.