Dementia Behaviour Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Great Malvern, Worcestershire, United Kingdom HammondCare Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Dementia Behaviour Support Specialist to join our team at Dementia Support Australia. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in delivering Australian Government funded dementia behaviour support services across Australia.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support families, caregivers, and clinical staff to understand the impact of dementia on individuals.
  • Equip carers and clinicians with the skills and knowledge to prevent and respond to behaviour changes through modelling, coaching, and development of resources, including behaviour support planning.
  • Provide recommendations that are relationship-centred and informed by evidence-based best practice, synthesising information through observation and written documentation.
  • Develop reports that are contextualised to individual situations and people, driving change and improving quality of life for people living with dementia.
  • Undertake a range of assessments to understand the holistic experience of individuals and their care networks.
  • Work in partnership with the broader Dementia Support Australia team to build capability across the home and aged care sectors.
  • Contribute to research, projects, and programs, working innovatively to meet the changing needs of the sector.
What We Need From You
  • Expertise in supporting people living with dementia.
  • Relevant qualifications in Allied Health, Nursing, Aged Care, or Mental Health.
  • Experience in Australian residential aged care and/or community aged care.
  • Ability to share knowledge in a way that supports change at all levels.
  • High-level negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent stakeholder management.
  • A current Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel.
  • Empathy and patience.
What's in It for You
  • Market-leading remuneration.
  • Salary packaging.
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
  • Dementia-specific training and career development opportunities.
  • Leave benefits - purchased additional annual leave.
  • Reward and Recognition Program.
  • Fitness Passports; full facility access, including gyms, group classes, and pools for yourself and your family.
  • Free independent and confidential counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program.

Dementia Support Australia is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion, striving to create an equal employment environment where everyone can be themselves.

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