ROLE SUMMARY: To support people living with and affected by dementia to fully access their Zest group. To support professional artists in delivering creative sessions for people living with dementia and their supporters. To liaise with participants and their families and to carry out administrative duties between each weekly session. POST REPORTS TO: Projects Coordinator LOCATION: Hythe HOURS: 5 hours per week, 42 weeks per year. SALARY: £24,057 Pro Rata Essential Competency Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and empathy To undertake an enhanced DBS check Knowledge/understanding of dementia Excellent organisational skills Experience liaising with community partners Sensitive to people's needs and the safeguarding of vulnerable adults Competent IT skills, including social media Good initiative and ability to work independently Desirable Competency Experience of preparing risk assessments Previous experience working with older adults Experience of supervising volunteers Experience of working for an arts organisation Please go to www.brightshadow.org.uk to find the whole application pack. In sessions you will work closely with artists and volunteers to deliver safe and high quality art experiences. You will provide a welcoming, safe and comfortable space for participants to enjoy the session and model participation to encourage participant engagement. You will contact participants prior to each session to remind them about the session and to offer companionship/signposting/support. Please go to www.brightshadow.org.uk to find the whole application pack. Please fill in the application form that you will find on our website www.brightshadow.org.uk No CVs please. Applications should be emailed to: recruitment@brightshadow.org.ukJob Summary
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