Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Dementia Coordinator to lead efforts in supporting individuals living with dementia and their families. The role includes supporting unpaid carers of people living with dementia by providing one-to-one practical and emotional support, dementia information, training, and signposting to services. Ideal for someone with a caring, person-centred approach and an understanding of dementia and carers' needs.
Responsibilities
Main areas of responsibility
· Engage with Carers of individuals living with dementia both pre and post diagnosis
· Offer guidance and 1-2-1 support to carers supporting them through the caring journey, paying particular attention to loss, transitions and changing relationships
· Offer Preventative/Self-care opportunities for carers, individual carer support, support at times of carer crisis and support through outreach work in hospitals
· Deliver training sessions and signposting to online resources to support the carer in their understanding of dementia
· Liaise with professionals to raise awareness of the project and increase referrals to Swansea Carers Centre
· To organise own work and work as part of larger multi-professional team.
· Maintain good records of work undertaken using Charity log for monitoring and evaluation purposes
· Contribute to the reports for funder and Story of Change
Pay: £13.54 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
