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About The Role
We welcome applications from passionate and experienced Group Facilitators to join our Hertfordshire team supporting our Dementia Support Group provision. We are seeking a full-time or part-time member (minimum 28 hours).
Following the start of our new Dementia Support contract in Hertfordshire in October 2024, the Alzheimer’s Society now manages and facilitates dementia support groups across Hertfordshire. Currently, we operate 22 weekly centre-based groups and 4-5 online groups for carers and Young Onset individuals. We are reviewing our groups and may develop new and varied groups in the future.
As a group facilitator, your key functions include managing and facilitating weekly activity groups (2-4 per week), structuring 12-week programs in consultation with service users and carers, managing volunteers, working with local Dementia Advisers for 1-2-1 support, and establishing relationships with local organisations for signposted support.
You will join a team of experienced and passionate facilitators and advisers who will support your success in this role.
About You
* Passionate about supporting independence, well-being, and empowering people.
* Experience in managing and supporting groups.
* Experience in supporting individuals within a group setting.
* Creative in developing activities.
* Strong communication skills with a compassionate approach.
* Good IT skills, including experience with databases and virtual meeting platforms (Teams/Zoom).
* Effective networking and collaboration skills.
* Ability to travel independently across Hertfordshire.
* Flexible to support existing groups and provide cover as needed.
* Availability to work on Mondays and Fridays.
Interviews are scheduled for 20th May 2025, including a 5-minute presentation on a set question/task.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and facilitate weekly dementia support groups across Herts.
* Plan and organize 12-week activity programs.
* Provide light-touch support to attendees and liaise with Dementia Advisers for 1-2-1 support when needed.
* Create new groups based on community needs and in consultation with service users.
* Manage volunteers supporting your groups.
* Engage with the wider team and community organizations.
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer, with one in three people born in the UK developing it in their lifetime. As the UK’s leading dementia charity, we support those affected and fund research and campaigning efforts. We aim for a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging ensures our organization reflects and understands the communities we serve. We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, impairments, health conditions, or from minority ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are underrepresented in our organization.
We recognize the benefits of AI but encourage candidates to share their unique perspectives in their own voice. Applications are anonymized until interview confirmation. We may close roles early if high volume of applications is received, with at least 48 hours' notice.
Due to the nature of some roles, a DBS check may be required. We support our employees with recognition, flexible working, and development programs to help them grow and succeed with Alzheimer's Society.
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