Contract: 1x permanent, part-time position 28 hours per week
Base Location: Woodlands Centre, 23a Culduthel Road, Inverness
Do you have an interest in improving the lives of people living with dementia, their families, and carers in Inverness and Nairn? This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a permanent, part-time Dementia Advisor role.
Dementia Advisors provide advice, information, practical support, and develop social and therapeutic activities that meet the outcomes of local people affected by dementia.
You will support people living with dementia, their families, and carers to navigate the health and social care system and engage in meaningful conversations with decision-makers in the local community, encouraging their voices to be heard.
You will work with a range of external partners and colleagues to promote and develop a broader understanding of and positive attitudes towards dementia.
To be successful in this role, you will need to adopt and demonstrate a positive leadership approach for the small but effective team, influencing a positive culture of engagement in local communities. This will also include tasks related to maintaining the resource centre in Lerwick.
This is a flexible role aimed at meeting the needs of people with dementia and their carers throughout Inverness and Nairn. The focus and location of the post holder’s activity will vary depending on the needs of the people we support, although there will be a fixed office base.
You should have a positive approach to dementia, good communication and IT skills, and a caring attitude. A willingness to learn and participate in training is essential. Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.
If this sounds like a perfect fit for you or someone you know, please share this advert or get in touch for an informal discussion by emailing Sarah Fraser at sfraser@alzscot.org.
A full driving license and access to a car are essential for this role.
The successful candidate will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.
Reference:
Contract Type: Permanent
Posted On: 22/10/2024
Closing Date: 10/11/2024
How To Apply: Apply Here
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