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