Dementia Adviser

Job Description

Contract Type: Fixed TermLocation: GrimsbySalary: £20,872 - £22,143 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)Working Hours: 35 per weekClosing Date: 08 September 2022Interview Date: 16th September 2022 - Grimsby, DN33Location: Hybrid role in North-East Lincolnshire - Home based with work out in the community, including office location.Contract: Fixed Term Maternity Cover for 6 months, with potential to extend to 12 monthsPlease note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 23.59 on the closing date.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.Our Dementia Support Workers work hard every day to make a true difference in peoples lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also havevarious learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimers Society.This role does not include personal care responsibilities.About Alzheimers SocietyWho we areAlzheimers Society are a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.What we wantWe will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.What we doWe support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.No matter whoever you are, whatever youre going through, you can turn to Alzheimers Society/us for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step.We join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change thatll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future.How we do itWere the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.About the roleWe are hoping to welcome an approachable and knowledgeable Dementia Adviser to work across the North-East Lincolnshire area. This role is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave and it offers a rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance topeople 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.This role supports people after their diagnosis in the community or in their homes, where we interact compassionately face to face, by telephone and on-line to give people the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future.In this role, you will also assist service users to access other services, by signposting and referring, as well as support the facilitation of monthly Dementia Cafs. You will provide community based, face to face services for an increased level of supportfor more complex cases. Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner is also key to this role.About you

• Working experience of assessing people face to face with an ability to assess their needs.
• Deliver advice and guidance with a non-judgmental approach
• Able to travel independently around North-East Lincolnshire.
• 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 challenges this would be taken into consideration.
• Experience of leading groups and able to demonstrate an understanding of the value of group activities to people affected by dementia
• It is desirable that you have experience of coordinating volunteers and liaising with statutory and voluntary agencies
• Have a commitment to your continued personal development and learning
• It is desirable that you have knowledge and experience of Adult and Children Safeguarding, Information Governance policies and procedures and statutory laws such as the Mental Capacity Act

Person Specification

• Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
• Demonstrate optimism, be engaging, and be a pragmatic individual.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, being approachable, empathetic, non-judgemental with a commitment to inclusion and equality.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
• Excellent IT skills and ability to use Microsoft packages confidently.
• Be able to work independently and collaboratively with other team members if/when required.

If you are passionate about supporting people affected by dementia, this is a rewarding role that enables you to make a genuine difference to people in the local community and provides a great opportunity for you to develop your skills within our friendly andproactive team.You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, etc.Ref: 135 990