Dementia Adviser

Closing date:
Wednesday 28th March 2024.

Location:
Based in one of two GP Practices in Suffolk.

Contract:
Fixed Term for 12 months.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for two Dementia Advisors to join a new pilot service delivering a Primary Care Model of support in partnership with Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust.

Current diagnosis rates in Suffolk are below national average rates and yet we know that getting a diagnosis enables people living with dementia to plan for the future and get access to care, symptomatic treatments, and essential information and advice.

Working in one of two GP Practices in Suffolk, you'll be supporting people pre-diagnosis assessment and their carers at this extremely important time.

You'll provide reassurance, support and guidance at a stage where there is usually very little support available.

As part of this role, you will:

• Provide preassessment support and dispel myths around diagnosis.
• Provide information about the memory assessment process.
• Highlight the importance of diagnosis and that is not natural part of aging.
• Work in partnership with the Clinical Dementia Leads.
• Attend weekly Multi-Disciplinary Meetings (MDT) with primary care colleagues.
• Provide emotional and practical support.
• Work alongside the current Dementia Support Service in Suffolk.

About you

We are hoping to welcome a team of two approachable and knowledgeable Dementia Advisors to work in Suffolk.

This is an amazing opportunity to have a rewarding career providing support and guidance to people pre-diagnosis assessment and their carers.

We strive to help people to maintain independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting people in more control of their own lives.

We promote a person-centred service so that our support is unique to everyone, based upon their own aspirations and needs.

We are looking for

• Working experience of assessing people face to face with an ability to assess their needs.
• Deliver advice and guidance with a nonjudgmental approach and outstanding communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
• Good IT skills and be able to travel independently across East and West Suffolk.
• An understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers would be an advantage but if you have had experience supporting with other challenges this would be taken into consideration.

About Alzheimer's Society

At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins.

We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.

Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions.

From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.

Our Values

We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.

Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don't shy away from challenges.

Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.

Equal Opportunities

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.

We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do.

During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.

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