Dementia Adviser

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom in Newbury Full time

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Full Job Description About The RoleCould you be a part of an expert team based in Somerset,offering

compassionate

guidance and advice?Areyou

passionate

about making a positive difference inthe lives of people affected by dementia?Do you wanta

rewarding

and

challenging

careerwhere every day is different?Yes? Well, we would love to hear fromyouWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receivesufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you areinterested, please submit your application as early as possible.Aboutthe roleLocation:

Community based in Somerset, with somehomeworking elements.Contract:

Fixed term for 8 months,starting on 1st July 2024.We have an exciting opportunity to join ourtalented team as a Dementia Adviser. You will have the rewardingexperience of providing information, guidance and support to peopleaffected by dementia in identifying their needs, to help maintainindependence, improving sense of well-being, and putting them in morecontrol of their lives.You will;Assist people with dementia and theircarers in identifying their needs, providing information and guidanceto help maintain their independence, improving their sense ofwell-being, and putting them in more control of their lives.Buildrelationships with a range of local contacts, networking with healthand care professionals, and providing dementia support.Developnetworks and pathways with partner organisations who work in the fieldof dementia, ensuring seamless and consistent support and empoweringindividuals affected by dementia to make informed choices.Providesupport face-to-face, by telephone and online and keeping detailed andconfidential records.

About youWe are looking for a highlymotivated individual, with an understanding of dementia, and the needsof those affected with these conditions. We are looking for someonewho is approachable and knowledgeable to join our knowledgeable andpassionate team. Our Dementia Adviser's support people in their homes.We interact face to face, over the telephone and virtually, to givepeople the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about theirfuture. As a community-based worker, you will be required to attend arange of meetings, appointments and venues as well as working fromhome.You will;Be empathetic and non-judgmental in your approach with acommitment to equal opportunity.It is desirable that you haveknowledge and experience of Adult and Children Safeguarding,Information Governance policies and procedures and statutory laws suchas the Mental Capacity ActHave good communication skills to meet thediverse needs of our community and represent their needs to statutoryand other voluntary agencies.Have a sound knowledge of IT systems torecord data, write reports and communicate by email.Understand clientconfidentiality and how this is applied when representing clientneeds.Preferably had some experience of working with a wide variety ofrelevant agencies.Have the ability and means able to travelindependently around Somerset.

Closing Date:

23rdMay 2024Interview Date:

29th and 30th May 2024About YouAboutAlzheimer's SocietyAt Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionatelythat life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyoneaffected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people withdementia connected to their lives and the people who mattermost.Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Theirknowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-worldsolutions. From choosing the most promising research through totelling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of thisorganisation.Our ValuesWe are

Determined to make adifference

when and where it matters most, by beingpassionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affectedby dementia.Every one of us is a

Trusted expert , listening,learning and using evidence and experience. We are

Bettertogether

by being open, combining our strengths, helping usto achieve more together. We are

Compassionate , we are kindand honest, and we don't shy away from challenges.Through our valueswe will make the greatest difference for people affected bydementia.Equal OpportunitiesWe want everyone we work with, as acolleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feelincluded and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.We are committedto building a diverse organisation that represents the communities weserve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During yourrecruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your wholeself and be at your best.JBRP1_UKTJ #J-18808-Ljbffr

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