Dementia Adviser
Posted 11 days 11 hours ago by Alzheimer's Society
£23,933 - £25,873 Annual
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Merseyside, Wallasey, United Kingdom, CH279
Job Description
We are looking for a passionate individual to join our team based in the Wirral to make a positive difference in the lives of people affected by dementia! 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 roleLocation: Community Based in Wirral, Merseyside with some homeworking elements. Ideally you will need to live in the Wirral and have the ability and means to travel independently throughout the area. Contract: Fixed term post until 31st October 2026Partnering with Cadent Gas offers a great opportunity for Alzheimer's Society 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.The Wirral Dementia Support Service provides a highly responsive and individualised information, signposting and referral service to people affected by dementia. You will;
- Assist people with dementia and their carers in identifying their needs, providing information and guidance to help maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives.
- Be part of a highly motivated and supportive team, sharing responsibility of some Group Activities.
- Build relationships with a range of local contacts, networking with health and care professionals, marketing the Wirral Dementia Support Service and providing dementia support.
- Provide support face-to-face, by telephone and online.
- Be empathetic and non-judgmental in your approach with a commitment to equal opportunity.
- 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.
- Have good communication skills to meet the diverse needs of our community and represent their needs.
- 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.
- Preferably had some experience of working with a wide variety of relevant agencies.
- You will be asked to apply for an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Scheme) check.