Children and young ’s counsellor volunteer

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people through some of the toughest moments in their lives?

We’re looking for compassionate, skilled volunteers to join our counselling team and make a genuine difference to families across west Herts.

Team
Bereavement, listening and talking therapies

Likely hours
The time is flexible - we hope that you will see a minimum of 2 clients a week

We’re looking for compassionate, skilled volunteers to join our counselling team and make a genuine difference to families across west Herts.

At Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care, we offer free, specialist support to people living with life‑limiting illness — and to the children and young people affected by a parent, sibling, or loved one’s serious illness or death. By volunteering just a few hours each month,
you’ll help ensure no young person has to navigate grief or uncertainty alone.

As a Children & Young People’s Counsellor Volunteer, you’ll:

• Provide Level 3 counselling (NICE guidance) for children and young people under 18
• Work with clients at home, in our hospice buildings (St Albans/Watford), in schools, or online
• Support young people navigating illness, bereavement, and change
• Use an integrative or pluralistic approach to help children express themselves in ways that feel right for them
• Manage a small caseload independently within a warm, supportive team
• Attend monthly supervision and regular team meetings
• Help us reach more families who otherwise may not get the support they need

Having a real impact
Knowing you are helping to support people when they need it the most.

Working for the community
Supporting us to provide this service in the local community means your time and energy are harnessed for a good cause.

Developing and using your skills
Using your skills and develop new skills in the area of bereavement and loss

Without the time our volunteers give to support all areas of our work, we couldn’t help all the families who need us. We have a wide range of volunteer roles with varying time commitments to suit people in different circumstances.