Dementia Care Manager

NHS; Camberley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury elderly care provider in Camberley is seeking a Dementia Care Manager to oversee the Dementia Community. You will manage the care strategy and resources while fostering relationships with residents and families. Ideally, you have over three years of experience and a strong understanding of CQC standards. Join our team to make a positive impact on residents' lives in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for learning and development

Team celebration initiatives

Qualifications

• A 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

• Manage the overall Dementia Community and implement the care strategy.
• Build caring relationships with residents and act as their advocate.
• Work closely with the Activities Team to develop meaningful activities.

Skills

Caring and compassionate approach

Effective communication

Conflict management

Education

Industry-relevant qualifications

Job description

The Dementia Care Manager will be responsible for the overall management of the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding the company's dementia care strategy and managing resources within a given budget. They will build caring relationships with residents and families, promote a culture that enables residents to maximize their capabilities, and work closely with the Activities Team to ensure the development of meaningful activities for residents with Dementia.

Main duties of the job

The Dementia Care Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the plan care day is accurate and reflected in the care needs summary, building caring relationships with residents and families, working closely with the Activities Team to develop meaningful activities for residents with Dementia, and promoting a culture that enables residents to maximize their capabilities.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together'. They are committed to creating a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day.

Job responsibilities

Package Description: At 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 to be responsible for the overall management of the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding the company'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 maximize their capabilities, optimizing 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.
• Industry-relevant qualifications.
• 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 role may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline dependant on volume of applications received and business needs.