Dementia Advisor
- Recruiter
- Confidential
- Location
- Rotherham
- Salary
- 11636.00 - 12345.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 21 Jul 2021
- Closes
- 06 Aug 2021
- Sectors
- Travel & Tourism
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Part Time
Dementia Advisor
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the vibrant and experienced Carers Resilience Team, the team consists of staff from Crossroads Care Rotherham and Alzheimer's Society with the support of Age UK another partner in the service. There are 4 Alzheimer's Society staff members and operational management of the service is provided by Crossroads Care Rotherham. You will have an understanding of dementia and the needs of carers, you will also need a good understanding of Rotherham and it's diverse communities.
The Carers Resilience Service involves dedicated members of staff giving one to one support, information and guidance to carers of people with dementia, to help people understand dementia, cope with their day to day caring role and to help them prepare for the future. You will also assist service users to access other services, by signposting and referring. The service is unique to each service user as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs.
Dementia Advisor Responsibilities:
The role is Community Based and currently predominantly working from home due to the coronavirus pandemic, but as Coronavirus restrictions lift, you will be delivering one to one, networking and carers clinics out in the community as well as working in the office and from home.
This role requires reasonable access to the Rotherham Metropolitan Borough area and requires regular travel around this area to GP Surgeries, Community Facilities, for home visits and networking. This role is part of the Carers Resilience Service delivered in partnership with Crossroads Care Rotherham working from their office at The Point in Bradmarsh Rotherham, from home and in the community.
Dementia Advisor Requirements:
You will have a good understanding of dementia and the impact it has on carers and people with dementia. You will need to understand what services support carers and people with dementia in Rotherham both statutory and in the voluntary and community sector and feel confident working with people on a one to one basis both face to face and over the telephone.
It is essential you have good verbal and written communication skills to meet the diverse needs of our community. Your communication skills will also need to include efficient use of IT systems to record data, to manage your diary and communicate by email, you must be able to adapt to changes in IT and be proactive with your learning. You will understand the need for client confidentiality and have a commitment to protecting personal data.
You will possess NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) or have demonstrable experience. You will be empathetic and non-judgemental in your approach with a commitment to equal opportunity. This role requires that you are able to travel independently.
About Alzheimer's Society:
Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.
Position: Dementia Advisor
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Contract type: Fixed Term
Hours: 20 per week
Salary: GBP11,636 - GBP12, 345 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Closing date: 05 August 2021
Interview date: TBC (via Zoom or Teams)
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: (Apply online only)
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the vibrant and experienced Carers Resilience Team, the team consists of staff from Crossroads Care Rotherham and Alzheimer's Society with the support of Age UK another partner in the service. There are 4 Alzheimer's Society staff members and operational management of the service is provided by Crossroads Care Rotherham. You will have an understanding of dementia and the needs of carers, you will also need a good understanding of Rotherham and it's diverse communities.
The Carers Resilience Service involves dedicated members of staff giving one to one support, information and guidance to carers of people with dementia, to help people understand dementia, cope with their day to day caring role and to help them prepare for the future. You will also assist service users to access other services, by signposting and referring. The service is unique to each service user as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs.
Dementia Advisor Responsibilities:
The role is Community Based and currently predominantly working from home due to the coronavirus pandemic, but as Coronavirus restrictions lift, you will be delivering one to one, networking and carers clinics out in the community as well as working in the office and from home.
This role requires reasonable access to the Rotherham Metropolitan Borough area and requires regular travel around this area to GP Surgeries, Community Facilities, for home visits and networking. This role is part of the Carers Resilience Service delivered in partnership with Crossroads Care Rotherham working from their office at The Point in Bradmarsh Rotherham, from home and in the community.
Dementia Advisor Requirements:
You will have a good understanding of dementia and the impact it has on carers and people with dementia. You will need to understand what services support carers and people with dementia in Rotherham both statutory and in the voluntary and community sector and feel confident working with people on a one to one basis both face to face and over the telephone.
It is essential you have good verbal and written communication skills to meet the diverse needs of our community. Your communication skills will also need to include efficient use of IT systems to record data, to manage your diary and communicate by email, you must be able to adapt to changes in IT and be proactive with your learning. You will understand the need for client confidentiality and have a commitment to protecting personal data.
You will possess NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) or have demonstrable experience. You will be empathetic and non-judgemental in your approach with a commitment to equal opportunity. This role requires that you are able to travel independently.
About Alzheimer's Society:
Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.
Position: Dementia Advisor
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Contract type: Fixed Term
Hours: 20 per week
Salary: GBP11,636 - GBP12, 345 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Closing date: 05 August 2021
Interview date: TBC (via Zoom or Teams)
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: (Apply online only)