Dementia Advisor Job Vacancy

Alzheimers Nelson Tasman currently has a Dementia Advisor position available. This is a 20 hours per week, one year fixed-term position.

This role will require you to facilitate Support Groups, walk alongside our clients on their dementia journey providing information and support. You will also participate in networking activities with other healthcare professionals who provide complementary services.

Skills and Experience required:

We are seeking a person experienced in working with people living with dementia and a knowledge of community supports and services. We do require you to hold some Dementia Qualifications.

• Is passionate about working with people living with dementia.
• Can ably manage a caseload, prioritise and triage referrals.
• Computer literate and familiar with data recording.
• The ability to work as an effective team member but also able to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be able to demonstrate empathy and an awareness of the needs of people living in a multi-cultural environment and how these may be met.
• Have an understanding/knowledge of either Māori and/or Pacific Island culture/language.
• Full driver’s licence.

To apply, please visit:

https://www.seek.co.nz/job/61311922?type=standard#sol=24bd8f3e084cd7808d7c9675922b57bb4d2f340b

or email your CV to manager@alzheimersnsn.org.nz.