Peer Support Coordinator - Southampton, United Kingdom - Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW

Description

Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW is a small independent charity that provides emotional support, information, and signposting for people living with dementia and their families in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

We do this by hosting peer support groups in the heart of the community and via our helpline.

The main duties of the role will be to co-ordinate our existing peer support groups and open some new groups in new locations across South/West Hampshire.

The groups are held every afternoon Monday-Friday.


Responsibilities:

• Effectively plan to ensure the smooth running of our existing and new peer support groups
• Coordinate and manage existing volunteer teams and recruit, train and manage new volunteers ongoing
• Educate and inform individuals about available resources and services
• Collaborate with internal and external professionals to coordinate access to services to ensure the best possible outcomes for individuals
• Advocate for individuals and help them navigate the health & social care system
• Organise day trips, outings, events and activities for group members
• Update our CRM (database) to ensure all actions and outcomes are recorded
• Update social media for your groups and activities.

Experience:

• Good problem solving and decisionmaking skills and the ability to prioritise and plan your work
• Lived experience of dementia through caring for a loved one would be an advantage, or experience of working with/caring for people living with dementia or vulnerable adults
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with individuals and their families, community health professionals, community partners, staff and volunteers
• Understand the importance of data collection and the need to evidence impact, as well as experience of using a CRM (database)
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others. The Peer Support Coordinator will play a vital role in helping individuals access the support they need to thrive.

Use of own car is essential. Mileage expenses will be covered.

Able to carry activity equipment from group to group and assist in setting up tables and chairs at each location.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

If you do not hear from us week commencing 25th March then you have not been successful in securing an interview.

We are a small team and are not able to respond to every applicant individually.

Thank you so much for your interest in our small charity.


Job Types:
Part-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months


Salary:
£16,100.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 per week


Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Experience of using or ability to learn how to use a CRM (database)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (required)

Work Location:
On the road

Application deadline: 22/03/2024


Reference ID:

PSCNEHANTS
Expected start date: 15/04/2024