Dementia Adviser

Posted 8 April by Alzheimer's Society
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£22,789 - £24,177 per annum
Milton Keynes , Buckinghamshire
Permanent, full-time
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Posted by Alzheimer's Society
Closing Date: 15th April 2024

Location: Milton Keynes - community based role including some home working.

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.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day is different?
Do you have the passion and drive to make a positive difference in people’s lives who are affected by dementia?
Would you like to work within a supportive and compassionate team where we work openly, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together?

If the answer is yes, we’d love to hear from you!

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our talented team as a Dementia Adviser. You will have the rewarding experience of providing information, guidance and support to people affected by dementia in identifying their needs, to help maintain independence, improving sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives. This role will provide dementia knowledge and expertise within Milton Keynes. You should be able to travel across the area independently.

As a Dementia Adviser, you will:
  • Offer a vital and compassionate service delivering information, guidance and support to guide those affected by dementia. 
  • Provide dementia support face-to-face, by telephone and online.
  • Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner.
  • Work closely with health, adult social care and third sector colleagues assessing, signposting, and providing information and guidance to support people affected by dementia.
  • Build robust working relationships and develop networking opportunities with a range of local partners and community organisations. 
  • Create pathways with partner organisations who work in the field of dementia, ensuring seamless, holistic consistent support and empowering individuals to make informed choices.  
  • Facilitate group services including our Singing for the Brain face to face group and our carer information programme.
  • Developing a proactive approach in reaching people with dementia and carers who may not otherwise access our services.

About you

We are looking for an exceptional individual, with an understanding of memory loss, dementia and the needs of those affected with these conditions. We are looking for someone who is approachable and knowledgeable to work in the Milton Keynes area. 

You will have:
  • The ability to assess client needs
  • An understanding of the need for client confidentiality 
  • Excellent non-judgmental communication skills
    Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Good IT skills and experience working with databases
  • Have demonstrable Dementia or Health and Social Care experience.
  • An empathetic approach with a commitment to equal opportunity
  • The ability to travel independently across Milton Keynes.
  • An understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers would be an advantage.

As a community-based worker, you will be required to attend a range of meetings, appointments and venues as well as working from home. 

If this sounds like you and you wish to apply for this role, then we look forward to receiving your application and supporting statement. 

About Alzheimer's Society

At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.

Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.

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.

Reference: 52434591

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