Children and young people’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.

Children and young people’s counsellor volunteer

Opportunity details

Location In patients' homes, online, by phone, and/or at our offices in Watford or St Albans

Team Bereavement, listening and talking therapies

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

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.

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.

💛 What will you be doing?

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

Why volunteer with us?

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

Find out more about this role

If you have time to give and would like to join the Rennie Grove Peace volunteering team, we’d love to hear from you!

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Learn more about volunteering with Rennie Grove Peace

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.