We are offering a great opportunity to join our team providing personalised advice, guidance and support to people diagnosed with dementia and their carers!
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 North London with some homeworking elements.
Contract:
Fixed term post for two years.
Partnering with Cadent Gas offers a great opportunity for Alzheimer's Society as it will allow us to provide clear and up to date advice about energy efficiency, the dangers of carbon monoxide and the benefits of the Priority Services Register to people affected by dementia.
Ultimately through the partnership, we aim to reach more people affected by dementia, helping them be better informed and in control of decisions on energy efficiency and safety. The post being advertised is part of this partnership and is fixed term for 2 years
This role will be supporting the south Asian community within Newham, Enfield and Barnet, so we are looking for someone who is be fluent in English and south Asian languages in particular Urdu.
About you
We are looking for a highly motivated individual, with an understanding of dementia and the needs of people affected by dementia, and an understanding of the South Asian community.
You will;
- Be fluent in south Asian languages mainly Urdu, and potentially Hindi.
- Be empathetic and non-judgmental in your approach with a commitment to equal opportunity.
- Have good communication skills to meet the diverse needs of our community and represent their needs to statutory and other voluntary agencies.
- Have a sound knowledge of IT systems to record data, write reports and communicate by email.
- Understand client confidentiality and how this is applied when representing client needs.
- Have the ability and means able to travel independently around North London
- You will be asked to apply for an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Scheme) check.
Please provide a covering with your CV outlining why you would be suited to this role and how you meet the criteria.
Closing date
: 18th October 2024.
Interview date
: TBC
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.