Dementia Post-Diagnostic Link Specialist

NHS National Services Scotland; Cupar; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a Dementia Link Worker to join the Older Adult Community Mental Health Team at Kinnaird, Stratheden Hospital, Cupar. You will manage a caseload and provide post-diagnostic support to people with dementia and their carers, delivering guidance and information in a multidisciplinary setting.

The role requires strong communication, independence, and ability to travel across a wide geographic area.

Qualifications

• Experience with older adults and dementia care.
• Excellent communication skills and adaptability.
• Willingness to travel across a large geographical area.
• Support for PVG scheme and relevant pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a minimum of one year’s Post Diagnostic Support to people newly diagnosed with dementia.
• Provide advice, information and support to people with dementia and their carers.
• Hold own caseload within the Older Adult Community Mental Health Team.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team player

Travel across large area

Education

SVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care

Experience with older adults

Tools

MS Office

Morse

Job description

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a Dementia Link Worker to join the Older Adult Community Mental Health Team at Kinnaird, Stratheden Hospital, Cupar. You will manage a caseload and provide post-diagnostic support to people with dementia and their carers, delivering guidance and information in a multidisciplinary setting.

The role requires strong communication, independence, and ability to travel across a wide geographic area.