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Dementia Adviser
2 months ago
About the role
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract for 1 year Location: Community based in Wakefield and Five Towns with some homeworking elements.
We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our vibrant, passionate, and friendly support service in Wakefield and Five Towns.
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 offer support and guidance to your clients in a variety of ways, whether in the client's own home or at other locations, face to face, by phone, letter or email. You will assist service users to access other services, providing signposting and referrals, as well as facilitating peer support groups and other group activities. Your role will include:
Supporting people affected by dementia, families and carers to access vital services.
Improving people’s sense of well-being, enabling them to have more control over their lives.
Assisting with the identification of needs, providing information and access to relevant services.
Promoting our amazing service and building relationships with a range of health and social care professionals. About you
Please note this role will be subject to a DBS check.
We are looking for an exceptional individual, with an understanding of memory loss, dementia and the needs of those affected with these conditions. Your ability to assess client needs along with the understanding of the need for client confidentially is essential to providing a valuable and worthwhile service.
You will have: An ability and interest in supporting people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them take more control of their lives. An understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers would be an advantage but if you have had experience supporting with other diagnosis or support requirements this would be taken into consideration. Experience with communicating with a wide range of people, adapting your approach to ensure understanding at all levels. The ability to network effectively and collaborating with other professionals to achieve a positive outcome for people. Good IT skills, experience working with databases and virtual meeting software (Teams / Zoom). The ability to travel across local area independently when required. Closing date: 18th July 2024 Interview date: 26th July 2024
About You
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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