About The RoleWe are hoping to welcome an approachable and knowledgeable Dementia Adviser to work alongside our external partners and current Dementia Advisers in Cornwall! 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: This is a home-based role covering Cornwall, with the need for occasional travel to team meetings.Contract: Fixed Term 9 months with possibility of 3 additional months covering maternity cover.This role offers an amazing opportunity to gain or enhance your experience in the field of Dementia Support, supporting people affected by dementia across Cornwall.
1. Offering a vital and compassionate advice service to support and guide those affected by dementia
2. Provide telephone support and have a good knowledge of services available.
3. Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner.
4. Providing knowledgeable and trusted information regarding services and benefits available and, where appropriate, assist clients in accessing them.
5. Signposting clients to a choice of suitable other sources of help, where appropriate.
6. Developing a proactive approach in reaching people with dementia and carers who may not otherwise access ou...