CST Group Co-Facilitator Volunteer

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Cognitive Stimulation Therapy group will meet once a week for nine weeks and will be led by two members of the memory service team. After the ninth session, there is an opportunity for the group members together with their family members/ friends / carers to learn about the groups activities in an "information session". Outside organisations are also invited to this session so that group members and family members are able to speak with them about groups or services that might be of interest.

Under supervision and guidance from the placement supervisor to perform the following tasks-
• Assist in setting up and packing away for the session.
• Assist in engaging the service users by explaining the activities
• Communicate with service users, supervisor, and other multidisciplinary teams as appropriate.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times in line with Trust policies and procedures
• To support clients to take an active part in activities
• Promote the independence of clients. Encourage clients to take part in activities in so far as they are able to.
• To report to staff any concerns regarding clients attending the group.

Person specification

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of CST required

Communication

Essential criteria

• Excellent communication skills required

Desirable criteria

• Applicant needs to have a patient and kind nature

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of dementia required

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports individuals of all abilities. Remember, if you meet the minimum criteria for this role and you have a disability, you can be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme - Please ensure you select this on your application form. We would encourage you to be open about your needs so we can work with you to design a comfortable and accessible interview experience. Any information you provide regarding a disability or a need for adjustments will be treated in confidence and will only be shared with colleagues who are supporting this request.

If you require any adjustments to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know by adding the relevant details when scheduling your preferred interview date and time. Please feel free to contact the appointing manager to discuss your needs.

We encourage applicants to contact the hiring manager before their interview, if they have any questions about the role or the process. This is a great way to get clarity and prepare effectively for the interview.

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Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Documents to download

• CST Group Co-Facilitator Volunteer (PDF, 408.4KB)
• CST Group C0-Facilitator Volunteer (PDF, 184.6KB)
• Important Additional Information For Candidates (please read carefully) (PDF, 160.6KB)
• Privacy Notice for Staff (PDF, 268.6KB)
• Staff Benefits (PDF, 2.5MB)