Dementia Community Connector

Driving: Full Clean UK Driving Manual Licence and access to a vehicle. Mileage paid Could you champion the seamless delivery of our project for individuals with dementia and their family members. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of in your community empowering them to navigate challenges? We're on the lookout for a dynamic and proactive individual to lead an exciting project aimed at supporting individuals with dementia and their families throughout the region. This unique role calls for someone with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, a knack for motivating others, and an understanding of the diverse challenges faced by individuals with Dementia and their families. Your mission? To reach out to Dementia individuals across Swansea and Neath, offering helpful advice, info, practical support, and personalised guidance through a holistic approach. By developing and implementing person-centred carers plans, you'll play a pivotal role in empowering them to navigate their journey with confidence and resilience. Are you up for the challenge? Every day presents a new opportunity to make a lasting impact on them, helping to foster resilience. You will be working with dementia individuals and members of their family. Wondering about a day in the life of a Community Connector? You will:

• Develop, collaborate with and maintain positive and effective working relationships with partnership agencies throughout the community
• Engage with service users to identify specific needs and appropriate interventions
• Provide high quality information, signposting and promotion to a wide range of services
• Support people to attend a local community service suitable to their needs
• Working individuals newly diagnosed with Dementia and their families, We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme.
At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network. Together we are the world's emergency responders


• You will have the ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Knowledge of the issues surrounding Dementia care.
• You will be able to plan your own workload
• You will have an understanding of how to improve service quality for the benefit of users
• You will be willing to work flexible hours if needed
• Full clean driving licence, with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and access to a vehicle.
  
  Please note that early application is encouraged, as we'll be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert in advance of the advertised closing date.
In return for your dedication and expertise, you'll get:
• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.