Dementia Adviser

2 weeks ago

Leeds, United Kingdom Alzheimer's Society Full time

**About The Role**:
Could you offer **knowledgeable **and **compassionate **guidance and advice?

Are you **passionate **about making a **positive **difference in the lives of people affected by dementia?

Would you thrive in a **rewarding **and **challenging **career where every day is different?

Yes? Well, we would love to hear from you

**About the role**
**Location**: Community based in Leeds, with some homeworking elements.

We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our vibrant, passionate, and friendly support service in Leeds.

As a Dementia Adviser, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives. The service is unique to each service user as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs.

**About you**

We are looking for an exceptional individual, with an understanding of memory loss, dementia and the needs of those affected with these conditions.

You will:

- Have the ability to assess client needs along with the understanding of the need for client confidentially.
- Be able to travel independently across your area.
- Have excellent communication skills as well as strong organisational skills in order to manage your caseload of clients effectively within tight deadlines.
- Be empathetic and non-judgmental in your approach, committed to equal opportunity.
- Have a sound knowledge of IT systems such as Microsoft Office and Salesforce.
- Manage your time effectively by connecting with your colleagues/team on a weekly basis, remotely, working out in the community and at home.

**Closing date**:31st May 2024

**Interview date**:11th June 2024

**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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