We have an exciting opportunity to join our talented team as a Dementia Adviser!
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
About the role
Location:
Community based in Wandsworth with some homeworking elements.
Contract:
Maternity Cover until January 2025.
The role is to provide a personalised support package and positive outcome-based service to individuals affected by dementia and memory loss symptoms. The service will identify their needs and the services they may require, support the improvement of their overall well-being, and enable them to take control of their lives.
The Dementia Adviser may need to collaborate with other professionals such as GP's, memory clinic staff, and other health and social care partners. Support will be provided in person, over the telephone, via virtual options, or in writing. Our goal is to reach out to people affected by dementia from all communities and support their needs within their own community.
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
This is a great opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, committed, organised, and resilient and who has experience or an interest in supporting people with memory problems and dementia and their caregivers/supporters.
In your application, please detail how your skills, experience, and knowledge qualify you for the position. Understanding client needs and the importance of confidentiality is essential to delivering a valuable and worthwhile service.
Due to the nature of the service, experience in safeguarding would be beneficial. To be successful in this role, you will;
- Have excellent communication skills as well as strong organisational skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively within tight deadlines.
- Be good at developing relationships and networking with professionals and organisations in Wandsworth.
- Be empathetic and non-judgmental in your approach and be committed to equal opportunity.
- Have a sound knowledge of IT systems such as Microsoft Office and Salesforce.
- Manage your time effectively by connecting with your colleagues/team on a weekly basis, remotely, working out in the community and at home.
- Be able to travel independently across the Borough of Wandsworth.
- Have the ability to produce localised reports.
Closing date:
27th August 2024
Interview date:
TBC
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.