Job Ref: 214213742

Date: 2021-07-16 07:32:07

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Support Worker
Are you an enthusiastic, inspiring, and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding and exciting new role? Do you have a passion to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected by dementia? Have you got great organisational skills, effective time management and engaging but empathetic interpersonal skills?
If this sounds like you we’d love to welcome you to be part of our friendly and supportive team!
Support Worker Responsibilities:
We are looking for a well-motivated person with excellent communication and people skills to work as part of the Memory Support Service team in Buckinghamshire delivering support and guidance for people affected by dementia and people with memory concerns. You will be helping to maintain independence, improving sense of well-being, and putting people in more control of their lives. You will be managing referrals and maintaining a caseload logging accurate, up to date support plans and records for service users.
Support Worker Requirements:
* An ability to assess client needs along with the understanding of the need for client confidentially is essential to providing a valuable and worthwhile service.
* Experience in coordinating, organising and facilitating group work.
* Excellent person-centred and non-judgmental communication approach and active listening skills.
* Great organisational skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
* Passionate about putting people affected by dementia at the heart of everything you do, to make our service the best it can be.
* Great networking and influencing skills.
* Good IT skills.
* Be able to travel independently.
* Qualified to NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) with an understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers.
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 Support Worker
Location: Buckinghamshire
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Part Time, 20 per week
Salary: £11,636 – £12,344 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Closing date: 22 July 2021
Interview date: TBC
You may have experience of the following: Support Worker, Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Dementia Advisor, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, NFP, Not for Profit, Charity, etc.
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