Alzheimers Society
Group Facilitator
Job Location
South East London, United Kingdom
Job Description
About The Role
Do you have skill and experience with working with people affected by dementia to engage them in group situations?
We are looking for enthusiastic and positive individuals, both part-time and full-time, to bring people together through shared activities!
About the role
Location: Community based in the Hertfordshire area, with some homeworking elements.
Contract: we are looking for both part time and full time Group facilitators.
Join us as a Group Facilitator to provide fun, social groups to our service users! Our groups are for people living with dementia or those worried about their memory, to attend with a family member, close friend or carer. The groups are well established and a crucial means of support to service users. The role includes role management of volunteers.
The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and passionate team of Group Facilitators and dedicated volunteers. As a Group Coordinator you will also be connected to the expert local teams of Dementia Advisers.
About you
We are looking for a compassionate, supportive person with a good understanding of dementia and how it impacts both the person with the diagnosis and the carer.
Closing date: 24th November 2024
Interview date: 4th December 2024
About You
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.
There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.
At Alzheimer's Society we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We're here for everyone living with dementia.
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK's largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.
Our Values
We 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 Opportunities
We 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.
Location: South East London, GB
Posted Date: 11/23/2024
Do you have skill and experience with working with people affected by dementia to engage them in group situations?
We are looking for enthusiastic and positive individuals, both part-time and full-time, to bring people together through shared activities!
About the role
Location: Community based in the Hertfordshire area, with some homeworking elements.
Contract: we are looking for both part time and full time Group facilitators.
Join us as a Group Facilitator to provide fun, social groups to our service users! Our groups are for people living with dementia or those worried about their memory, to attend with a family member, close friend or carer. The groups are well established and a crucial means of support to service users. The role includes role management of volunteers.
The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and passionate team of Group Facilitators and dedicated volunteers. As a Group Coordinator you will also be connected to the expert local teams of Dementia Advisers.
About you
We are looking for a compassionate, supportive person with a good understanding of dementia and how it impacts both the person with the diagnosis and the carer.
- Experience of delivering and facilitating groups and responding to individual needs within a group setting, ensuring the person with dementia can fully participate as well as the carer.
- Excellent communication skills to engage people in group activities.
- Understanding the importance of volunteers in group services is essential, plus the ability to role manage volunteers to support them in their role.
- Good knowledge of dementia and an understanding of the needs of people with dementia and their carers
- Experience of co-ordinating individuals/teams or volunteers.
- Good computer skills are required to facilitate virtual groups, and to complete accurate records on the computer system.
- The ability to travel independently to the locations the service covers across Hertfordshire.
- A drive to enhance on areas of knowledge that may be limited and build on your knowledge that is already there.
- A warm and welcoming nature and approach.
Closing date: 24th November 2024
Interview date: 4th December 2024
About You
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.
There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.
At Alzheimer's Society we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We're here for everyone living with dementia.
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK's largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.
Our Values
We 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 Opportunities
We 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.
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Location: South East London, GB
Posted Date: 11/23/2024
Contact Information
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