Dementia Practitioner

Job Description & RequirementsBenefits:•AWS•Performance + Variable Bonus•Annual Increment•Learning & developmentJob purposeTo assist in implementing SASCO’s new care model of dementia practiceDuties and responsibilities•Assist with the implementation of the new dementia care model prescribed by the dementia consultant, including development of new - SOPs, changes to the care environment, staff training, day-to-day support to staff post-implementation•Assist with the review of the new care model’s implementation and conducting the fine tuning thereafter•Liaise with dementia consultant for advice and support post-implementation•Keep updated on new knowledge and practices in dementia care and help to introduce relevant new practices and interventions into the organisation•Other additional duties as assigned by Head, Centre ManagementQualifications & Skills Required•Registered Nurse, registered Occupational Therapist or accredited Social Worker OR a degree in Psychology, Counselling, Gerontology or Sociology•Trained in dementia practice and has at least 3 years’ working experience in dementia care, preferably in an eldercare setting•Passionate about dementia care•Good oral, written and interpersonal communications skills•Compassionate, critical thinking and organizational skills.