Dementia Care Manager

Avery Healthcare; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare seeks a dedicated Dementia Care Manager to oversee dementia community management, implement care strategies, and foster resident relationships. Candidates should have a solid background in care services and CQC standards, with a passion for enriching residents' lives.

Benefits

DBS Disclosure check covered by the employer

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and requirements.
• Knowledge of care services businesses and the UK health and social care market.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall management of the Dementia Community.
• Ensure care plans are accurate and resident needs are met.
• Promote culture for maximizing resident independence.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Advocacy

Team Collaboration

Job description

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A t Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.

When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day – your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We’re committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, you’ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

We’re now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Dementia Care Manager. If this sounds like the place for you, we’d love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Dementia Care Manager will be tobe responsible for the overall management of the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding thecompany’s dementia care strategy and managing resources within a given budget .

Other responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring that the plan care day is accurate and reflected in the care needs summary and that the resident/relative identifies needs and preferences. Ensure all information is integrated into a person-centred care plan.
• Building caring relationships with residents and families, liaising with them sensitively and appropriately. Act as an advocate for the residents' best interests, appropriately managing conflict.
• Working closely with the Activities Team to ensure the development of meaningful activities for residents with Dementia. Support and set expectations for the care team's participation in these activities.
• Promoting a culture that enables residents to maximise their capabilities, optimising their independence and enhancing their quality of life.

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in your application, you must live our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in all you do.

Our ideal candidate must have:

• A minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role, working within a fast-paced environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and requirements.
• Knowledge of care services businesses and the UK health and social care market.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, we’re not just one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes – we’re a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we’re passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline dependant on volume of applications received and business needs.