Nurse Advisor Jobs
People living with Parkinson's value the services and opportunities Parkinson’s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations. Following an investment of 1.5 million we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services.
About the role
This role will be covering the Channel Islands, but will also provide support to other areas in the South West of England (Dorset, Devon, Cornwall, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and Somerset).
You’ll empower your clients to take actions for themselves or will advocate on their behalf for better service, support and outcomes, so they can live their life with Parkinson's in the way they choose.
You’ll deliver tailored information and support through a range of channels including telephone, video and email and, where appropriate, home visits and in community settings.
You’ll be responsible for building excellent relationships with healthcare professionals and other relevant agencies, as well as our network of volunteers and groups.
What you'll do:
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Provide professional person centred, in depth support to clients by a range of means, ensuring the most efficient and effective use of resources.
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Provide support on a variety of health and social care issues, including appropriate emotional, employment and welfare benefits support and advocating with and on behalf of clients.
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Work flexibly across the service responding to enquiries through a range of channels.
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Work closely with clinicians, specialist nurses and other professional colleagues to raise the profile of the service, increase depth of support and achieve improved outcomes for people with Parkinson’s.
What you'll bring:
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Experience of managing and delivering individual case work, including advocating for clients and supporting people to navigate the health and social care system
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Experience and understanding of safeguarding and your role in keeping clients safe and implementing organisational policies and procedure
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Ability to be calm and use emotional intelligence in challenging casework
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Demonstrable digital competence, with experience of effective use of a range of tools including online case management systems
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The ability to build effective working relationships with others including working within multi disciplinary teams internally and externally
You must live in either Devon, Dorset, Somerset, or Wiltshire in order to carry out this role.
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with supporting statements. The supporting statement should fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the role description.
The successful candidate will be required to:
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Travel to the Channel Islands regularly (approximately once every 3 months, but this will be flexible)
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live in the area specified, and be able to travel freely and flexibly throughout the area and occasionally further afield without reliance on public transport
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Preferably hold a full driving licence
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provide occasional cover on Saturdays and/or Bank holidays
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provide their own broadband service with a minimum download speed of 2Mb
This role will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You’ll be required to apply for one; refusal to do so will result in the offer being withdrawn.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
Hours: 28 per week.
Location: Community based role with elements of home working within Herefordshire area.
Friday We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
About the role
The Dementia Adviser will be the first point of contact for support, information and onward referral as needed throughout the person’s life with dementia or until residing in residential nursing care. Dementia Advisers (DA) will be based in the community to provide a single, identifiable point of contact for persons diagnosed with dementia and their carers. They will work closely with health and social care services and develop local links and networks to support persons with dementia, including under- served communities.
You will;
- Share knowledge of local resources and services for dementia be a named contact for the person diagnosed with dementia and their carer.
- Work in partnership with the Community Dementia Nurse
- Develop skills to respond to a range of issues and problems that might arise, referring to appropriate specialist services.
- Provide at least annual contact with the person with dementia living in the community from diagnosis to end of life or moved to residential care.
- Be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team contributing to the planning and delivery of individual needs, care and support.
- Support peer support networks with local partners.
- Work closely with community dementia nurses and GPs to ensure holistic review of care and treatment.
- Manage and prioritise own caseload, in accordance with the health and wellbeing needs of their population and where required and as appropriate, refer people with dementia back to other health professionals.
About you
This is an amazing opportunity to have a rewarding career providing support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers. We strive to help people to maintain independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting people in more control of their own lives. We promote a person-centred service so that our support is unique to each individual, based upon their own aspirations and needs. We provide information, guidance and support in people’s homes and within their communities.
You will;
- A highly motivated individual, with an understanding of dementia and the needs of people affected by dementia.
- Be empathetic and non-judgmental in your approach with a commitment to equal opportunity.
- Have good communication skills to meet the diverse needs of our community and represent their needs to statutory and other voluntary agencies.
- Have a sound knowledge of IT systems to record data, write reports, and communicate by email.
- Understand client confidentiality and how this is applied when representing client needs.
- Preferably had some experience of working with a wide variety of relevant agencies.
- You will possess demonstrable experience in the healthcare industry.
- Have the ability and means to be able travel independently
If you have the qualities, we’re looking for and are passionate about improving the quality of life for people with dementia, then we want to hear from you!
About Alzheimer's Society
At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.
Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.
Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Fixed Term/Secondment up until March 2025 with a possibility of extension.
Salary: £22,125 - £23,472 per annum and additional homeworking allowance £312 per year.
Area role covers: Community based in Blaenau Gwent, South Wales with some homeworking elements.
Office Location: Office based in Blaenau Gwent (office base would be 3 days a week possibly reducing to 2 following induction)
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
About the role
We have an amazing and rewarding opportunity to join us at the Alzheimer’s Society as a Dementia Adviser. This integral role is to join us in a one-year pilot project, in collaboration with Blaenau Gwent preventative services; Community Resource Team (CRT) and Information, Advice and Assistance Team (IAA).
The focus of this role is to identify and respond to the real time gaps in support for people with dementia and/or their families, carers and friends, at points of pre diagnosis. This will involve the provision of practical and emotional support for individuals who would benefit from additional support, information and guidance at each stage of the diagnostic pathway.
You will be working alongside Health and Social Care colleagues and the Local Service Manager, and involved in setting the parameters and pathways for the service.
You will:
- Manage referrals coming into the service via email and or telephone, following internal referral processes.
- Work to tight deadlines for initial response and completion of support outcomes with CRT or IAA colleagues
- Provide support face-to-face, on the telephone and online.
- Support people to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and help them feel in more control of their lives.
- Build relationships with a range of local contacts and network with health and care professionals.
The aims are to work around individuals and their families who are experiencing difficulties with changes to cognitive needs; emotional; mental or physical health. The CRT consist of staff across a number of professions, including social; work; district nursing; community psychiatric nursing; occupational therapy; physiotherapy; speech and language therapy; dietetics and pharmacy.
The service aims to provide a seamless and holistic approach to an individual’s care or support needs during times of change or challenge, and close working relationships with primary health and secondary mental health services to support:
- Help meet the health and wellbeing needs of Individuals experiencing cognitive decline/memory issues and their carers by looking at “what matters” to them by providing timely and accurate information, advice, and assistance so that they may benefit from what is available to them.
- To work within preventative services in supporting the provision of support to Individuals experiencing dementia and their carers; emotional wellbeing and/or mental health issues in the community to ensure the right support in the right place at the right time is provided to citizens of Blaenau Gwent.
- To support individuals and their families to navigate the system to ensure timely assessments and diagnosis is provided to maintain well-being and independence.
About you
We are looking for:
- Working experience of assessing people face to face with an ability to assess their needs.
- Deliver advice and guidance with a non-judgmental approach and outstanding communication skills.
- Strong organisational and time management skills to manage your caseload of clients effectively.
- Experience of working in a hospital, office, and community environments.
- An individual with strong networking skills and experience of working closely with others to provide a person-centred approach.
About Alzheimer's Society
At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.
Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.
Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
Role & Responsibilities
Working as an important member of a diverse team who are committed to serve the world’s most vulnerable with practical and compassionate care, the MHPSS Manager supports, monitors and evaluates the execution of the assigned Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) and Protection project(s) conducted by Psychosocial Support Officers (PSSOs). This involves effectively managing and reporting on the projects in line with objectives, timeframe, and budget under the direct supervision of MHPSS Project Manager (PM). In close cooperation with the MHPSS PM, the MHPSS Manager will be managing and training local staff to meet international quality standards in mental health and psychosocial support delivery, encouraging beneficiary participation, liaising with other stakeholders, and anticipating, planning, and contributing to report and proposal writing for integrated MHPSS components in overall programming with a special focus on Protection.
Project Overview
Medair’s goal in the Ukraine crisis is to provide rapid emergency assistance to the internally displaced people and others affected by the escalation of conflict in Ukraine, to cover their immediate needs in health, shelter, and basic assistance. The locations the MHPSS Manager will cover include, but are not limited to: Kyiv, Chernihiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv (including frontline areas).
Workplace & Working conditions
Field based position is based in Sumy or Kharkiv with travel expected up to 50% of the time.
Starting Date / Initial Contract Details
ASAP. Full time, 12 months (with possible extension).
Key Activity Areas
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage the assigned MHPSS project(s) in the North and East to meet the project objectives within budget and within the allotted timeframe, promptly reporting operational concerns to the MHPSS PM (e.g. projected failure to meet objectives; increased beneficiary needs; projected over or under spending on project budget).
- Provide strong leadership of the assigned MHPSS projects, ensuring both short-term and long-term positive impacts and outcomes for the beneficiaries, local authorities (where applicable) and local staff.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of an appropriate and effective MHPSS strategy including coordinating assessments at new field sites in consultation with MHPSS PM.
- Set clear objectives and indicators for MHPSS activities in collaboration with MHPSS PM.
- Continuously monitor and supervise MHPSS activities, evaluating progress through outputs and impacts using both quantitative and qualitative data involving the MHPSS team (PSS Officers and PSS assistants) in analysis and taking appropriate action as needed to ensure continued progress.
- Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability in all aspects of the project.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all MHPSS activities.
- Assist in liaising with national authorities, mental health professionals, and community-based organizations (CBO).
- Follow security protocols and ensure they are followed by PSS staff.
Staff Management
- Line-manage the PSS Officers within the assigned projects, including day-to-day management.
- Facilitate regular meetings to assist information sharing between project staff, to ensure all staff members are aware of project objectives and current work plans and to provide the opportunity for feedback.
- Provide coaching and technical supervision to staff to develop ownership for MHPSS activities for officers, assistants, and community workers as needed.
- Assess the training needs of MHPSS staff and ensure together with the MHPSS PM that appropriate training is conducted.
Financial Management
- Under supervision of the MHPSS PM, manage the MHPSS budgets for the assigned project(s) in Kyiv and ensure all expenses are according to budget and meet the Medair standards about financial management, including accountability and good governance
Communication and Coordination
- Develop and maintain appropriate, regular, transparent, and supportive communication structures with the broader Medair team and other relevant stakeholders (e.g., beneficiaries, community leaders, local and national government officials, UN agencies and other NGOs), to ensure good cooperation and partnerships.
- Participate in Protection, MHPSS TWG, and other coordination or working group meetings as appropriate and as assigned by the MHPSS PM, as well as in Medair internal trainings representing Medair and feeding back to the MHPSS PM on relevant issues.
Logistics
- Liaise, as necessary, with the logistics and finance staff to ensure items are procured, transported, stored, managed and accounted for correctly.
Quality Management
- Promote and use the Medair operating procedures, ensuring that all standardised formats are used, and guidelines are followed.
- Ensure MHPSS projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards i.e. Sphere, CHS and IASC guidelines.
- Conduct regular field visits to assess quality of activities and to meet with and coordinate with local authorities and organisations.
Team Spiritual Life
- Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts.
- Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith- based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayer, and words of encouragement.
- Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair’s international prayer network.
Qualifications
- Degree in Psychology, Psychiatric Nursing, Social Work, Public Health or Global Mental Health
- 2 years’ post-qualification professional experience
- Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written).
Experience
- At least 3 years’ experience in managing programmes in international public health work, with at least 1 year in humanitarian emergency context. At least 1-year management experience.
- Familiar with Microsoft Office programs, in particular Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Desire to learn.
- Passionate about mental health and protection. Passionate about working with IDPs.
- Team-player with good inter-personal skills. Willingness to support others and to share workload.
- Aptitude for community mobilisation and capacity-building.
- Experience in training / mentoring / coaching staff. Self-motivated.
- Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels. Creative, open-minded, flexible, self-learner.
- Ability and willingness to manage project implementation.
- Good numerical, report writing and administration skills. Problem solving ability.
- Experience in the design, monitoring of implementation and evaluation of programmes.
- Able to cope with basic living conditions in the field.
- Knowledge and experience of (primary) mental health care principles and management.
- Able to prioritise clearly and oversee multiple tasks. Able to take the initiative in project decisions.
- Able to enforce procedures. Able to set clear objectives for staff and to delegate.
- Committed to consultative and servant minded leadership.
- Experience in the design, monitoring of implementation and evaluation of public health programmes
- Computer literate with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of humanitarian principles, Sphere and CHS Standards.
- Good report and proposal writing skills. Good negotiation skills. Excellent communication skills.
How to apply
Please ensure you are fully aware of the:
a) Medair organizational values
b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, Medair’s accountability policies and best practices.
c) Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions).
Application Process
To apply, go to this vacancy on our Medair Page.
Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Closing Date: 1st April 2024
Stage 1 Online Interviews – 12th and 15th April 2024
Stage 2 Face to Face Interviews – 30th April 2024
Location: Erdington and Selly Park
Hours: Full-time
Duration: Permanent
Salary: Circa £80,000 per year, depending on experience
DBS: A Basic level DBS check, a Probate and a Companies House Check will be required.
"Happy to talk about flexible working."
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior, qualified finance professional with extensive demonstrable experience in charity accounting (or similar) to join a value driven organisation who wants to support more people who require specialist palliative and end of life care.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be a highly competent, diligent, and compassionate individual with prior expertise in a senior finance position in either the charity sector, the NHS or similar organisation. Having strong values, you will be comfortable living and demonstrating our values of Kindness, Respect, Positivity, Togetherness, Openness, and Innovation.
You will lead the Finance Team, managing all accounting and financial activities within the charity, and ensuring ongoing financial viability. You will be a confident people manager with a proven ability to provide inspirational leadership and to contribute to the daily running and future strategic direction of the charity as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.
The role will have a shared corporate responsibility for leadership, strategic planning and financial management and will be involved in liaising with and influencing external stakeholders as required.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with current membership of a recognised accountancy body, and will be educated to degree-level, or possess equivalent financial qualifications.
You will have extensive management experience, including substantial participation at Board level, and will be experienced in business planning and budget setting at a senior level. You will be competent in developing and implementing financial strategy and will possess a sound knowledge of understanding of accounting and taxation.
Please review the Further Particulars for the role, and the full job description.
If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to receive your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.