Dementia Adviser - Alzheimer's Society : Job Details

Could you be a part of an expert team based in Cornwall, offering compassionate guidance and advice? Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of people affected by dementia? Do you want a rewarding and challenging career where every day is different? Yes? Well, we would love to hear from you! Location: Home-Based in the southwest region, covering Mid Cornwall, with visits to services users and external partners in the community.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 roleWe have an amazing opportunity to have a rewarding career providing support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers. This is a home-based role, with local community engagement and home visits to service users.  Our passionate and knowledgeable team is part of a new Multi-agency contract, including Disability Cornwall, Memory Matters, Alzheimer’s society and Cornwall Foundation Trust, working alongside the Primary Care Dementia Practitioners, to provide support to individuals affected by Dementia county wide.Alzheimer’s Society strive to help people to maintain independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting people in more control of their own lives. Our service promotes a person-centred approach so that our support is unique to each individual, based upon their own aspirations and needs. We provide information and support in people’s homes and at locations across Cornwall.

• Offering a vital and compassionate advice service to support and guide those affected by dementia.
• Provide community based, face to face services for an increased level of support for more complex cases across Cornwall.
• Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner.
• Providing knowledgeable and trusted information regarding services and benefits available and, where appropriate, assist clients in accessing them.
• Signposting clients to a choice of suitable other sources of help, where appropriate.
• Developing a proactive approach in reaching people with dementia and carers who may not otherwise access our services.

There is no direct care element to the Dementia Adviser role, however we work passionately to provide advice, support and guidance to people affected by dementia. This role will support people who have received a Dementia Diagnosis and help provide the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future post diagnostically.About youWe are looking for a highly motivated individual, with an understanding of dementia, and the needs of those affected. The successful candidate will be approachable and knowledgeable to join our passionate team.

• A passion for supporting people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them take more control of their lives
• A solid and compassionate understanding of the needs of people affected by dementia
• The ability to work inclusively with people affected by dementia, along with an understanding of the need for client confidentiallyGreat communication skills, adapting your approach to ensure understanding at all levels
• Effective networking and influencing skills and the ability to manage your time effectively.
• Good IT skills and experience working with databases and virtual meeting software (e.g., MS Teams and Zoom)
• The ability to travel across Mid- Cornwall area independently when required
• Excellent partnership working and communication skills
• A passion for change and making a difference to individuals affected by Dementia.
• A drive to widen your knowledge base and continually learn and develop. 

Closing Date: 9th May 2024Interview Date: 15th May 2024About Alzheimer's SocietyAt 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 ValuesWe 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 OpportunitiesWe 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.