Community Support Specialist
19 hours ago
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional care to individuals with dementia?
About the RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Community Support Specialist to join our team at the NHS, working in the Community Behaviour Support Service (CBSS) in the North East.
This part-time role, contracted at 22 hours per week, requires a driver with access to their own car due to the travel requirements.
As a key member of our team, you will work in the community with families and nursing home staff caring for people with dementia. By providing practical advice and hands-on support, our team aims to reduce the impact of these challenges on caregivers and prevent them from happening in the first place.
The role involves some aspects of lone working with support and guidance from qualified staff. You must be capable of independent travel.
Main Responsibilities:
- Support qualified staff in initial contact with new clients.
- Assist in developing treatment plans and strategies for dealing with individuals' challenging behaviour.
- Form strong relationships with clients and their carers built on mutual support and respect.
- Work in partnership to implement planned written support.
- Act as a liaison for families and carers, offering advice and support.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with individuals who have a dementia-type illness and present with challenging behaviour.
- Sound understanding of dementia.
- Knowledge of interventions used with challenging behaviours.
- Awareness of safeguarding.
- Valid driving license and access to your own vehicle for work purposes.
Salary: £18,000 - £20,000 per annum (pro rata)
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