Do you have skill and experience with working with people affected by dementia to engage them in group situations?We are looking for an enthusiastic and positive individual to bring people together through shared activities!About the roleLocation: Community based in venues across North Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire, with some home working elements. Join us as a Group Facilitator to provide a range of vibrant, supportive groups to people with a dementia diagnosis and carers. The groups include, but are not limited to, Memory Cafes, Activity Groups and Singing for the Brain. They take place in community venues across North Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire, as well as virtually. The groups are well established and a crucial means of support to service users. A significant part of the role is admin work which is completed at home. 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 and Dementia Navigators. About youWe 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.
Good computer skills to complete accurate records on the computer system and facilitate virtual groups.
Excellent communication skills to engage people in group activities.
Understand the importance of volunteers in group services, plus the ability to role manage volunteers to support them in their role.
Experience of co-ordinating individuals/teams or volunteers.
Excellent time management skills including managing own workload.
The ability to travel independently to the locations the service covers across North Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
A warm and welcoming nature and approach.

Closing date: 25th November 2024Interview date: 3rd December 2024Dementia 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 ValuesWe 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 OpportunitiesWe 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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