Group Facilitator

4 weeks ago


Devon, United Kingdom Alzheimer's Society Full time

About the role

Location:  Community based in the South Devon area with some home working elements

Contract:  21 hour part time role

It is an exciting time to join Alzheimer's Society and the Group Facilitator role will ensure people affected by dementia are able to meet others in a similar situation, access the support they need whilst enjoying meaningful and often exciting activities.

Our groups in South Devon are an integral part of the community and to people living with Dementia, they have been a life line to many. The groups include 2 memory cafes that operate once a month and 2 Singing for The Brain groups, that operate twice a month. The facilitator will attend these groups and support the volunteers in activities, organising speakers and bringing the group together. The successful candidate will be managing a supportive and experienced team of dedicated volunteers.

You will:

Setup, promote, establish, organise and facilitate or deliver group(s) and ensure that all attending are supported to fully engage in the session. Recruit and guide volunteers that the volunteers have clarity about their roles and undertake appropriate training. Take views and feedback of service users, taking into account the individual needs of members of the group. Assist the service users to feel welcome and to understand the aims and benefit of the group(s), and welcome all new attendees, providing information about the group. Proactively support an inclusive and welcoming working environment where all people we support feel able to be themselves.

About you

We are looking for a compassionate, supportive person with a good understanding of dementia and how it impacts both the person with the diagnosis and the carer. Our role requires excellent communication skills to engage people in group activities, ensuring the person with dementia can fully participate as well as the carer. The Alzheimer’s Society also offers a wide range of training and opportunities to enhance your knowledge base.

You will:

To understand the importance of volunteers in group services and the ability to role manage volunteers to support them in their role. Good knowledge of dementia and an understanding of the needs of people with dementia and their carers Experience of co-ordinating individuals/teams or volunteers. Good computer skills are required to facilitate virtual groups, and to complete accurate records on the computer system. The ability to travel independently to the locations the service covers. A drive to enhance on areas of knowledge that may be limited and build on your knowledge that is already there. A warm and welcoming nature and approach.

Closing date : 19th November 2024 

Interview date : 27th November 2024

About You

About Alzheimer's Society

Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.

There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.

At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.

As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.

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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