Dementia Adviser

2 weeks ago


Derby, United Kingdom AlzheimersSociety Full time

**About The Role**:
We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our vibrant, passionate, and friendly Dementia Support service in Derby City

**About the role**

**Location**: Community based in Derby City with some homeworking elements.

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.

You will need to have access to a strong Wi-Fi connection at home.

**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 an understanding of the needs of people with dementia and those who care for them and be able to demonstrate a person-centred approach.
- Need a broad understanding of statutory and voluntary services, and how they can support people affected by Dementia, be comfortable connecting with others and talking to a wide range of other health care professionals and related statutory and voluntary organisations.

Possess the ability to travel independently around Derby City, be a team player, supporting colleagues across Derby, and be able to ask for help yourself when needed.

**Closing date**: 12th July 2024

**Interview date**: Week Commencing 22nd July 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’re a national charity providing dementia support to a community that’s ethnically diverse, but we don’t reflect this in our senior leadership. This needs to change.

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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