Post Diagnostic Support Link Worker
Contract type: Permanent 17.5 hours p/w
Location: Dementia & Brain Health Resource Centre, 23-25 West Princes Street, Helensburgh, G84 8TF
Salary: £29,640.16 – £32,812.65 pro-rata
Closing Date: 29 September 2024
The role of the Post Diagnostic Support Link Worker is to provide high-quality, person-centred support to people living with dementia and their families for a minimum of a year following diagnosis in line the Scottish Government’s minimum guarantee.
Skills in using digital platforms are essential, applicants must hold a recognised relevant professional qualification, have a good understanding of dementia and how it affects people and their families along with excellent communication skills, a warm flexible approach, combined with skills in empathy and relationship building.