As part of the Care and Support team, this full-time position will provide outreach to individuals and families dealing with a dementia as well as assist with Chapter initiatives in 23 counties in Northeast Kansas (see list below). Responsibilities include providing direct support through care consultations, disease education, care planning and resources to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders, their caregivers and community members; assistance with deploying a community engagement and education strategy; volunteer recruitment; and promotion of Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Services are provided in keeping with the mission, strategic plan goals, national standards and guidelines of the Alzheimer’s Association. This position requires teamwork and collaborative efforts with staff, volunteers, and community partners.
- Provide consultation with clients in a professional and compassionate manner via phone, email, and in-person
- Follow established Association Care Consultation policies, procedures and clinical protocols
- Provide accurate and timely documentation and follow- up of consultation interactions and interventions using Association database
- Recruit and deploy volunteers to provide education programs, program outreach, early stage and social engagement activities, and support groups as needed to meet the needs of the region
- Establish relationships with physicians, medical system providers, care facilities and other community stakeholders to build awareness of Association service
- Assist with promotion of Association fundraising events as needed
- Travel to Atchison, Brown, Clay, Cloud, Coffey, Dickinson, Doniphan, Geary, Jackson, Jefferson, Lyon, Marshall, Morris, Nemaha, Osage, Ottawa, Pottawatomie, Republic, Riley, Saline, Shawnee, Washington, Wabaunsee counties
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate and work effectively in a team-based environment with clients, families, staff, volunteers, and community members in person and on the telephone
- Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail. Proven ability to successfully handle multiple projects and meet critical deadlines while working independently
- High level of integrity, compassion, initiative, and confidentiality
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and/or Google Chrome applications
- The ideal candidate will have some knowledge of the following: community social work; diverse populations; social, governmental and healthcare systems; advocacy; and Alzheimer’s and related dementias