Caregiver Educator

2 days ago

Burlington, Canada Acclaim Health Full time

As a member of the Adult Day and Caregiver Support team the Caregiver Educator is responsible for providing education and support to caregivers of persons living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or related disorder. This is a full-time position where the incumbent will work Monday to Friday 8:30am
- 5:00pm however must have a flexible schedule to include evening work. The individual will be supporting caregivers who work at our Burlington Adult Day program as well as the Burlington and Halton Hills Communities.

**_Pay range: $52,474.50 - $55, 592 per year_**

**PRIMARY FUNCTIONS**:

- Educates caregivers, Acclaim Health staff, students, and volunteers on all aspects of disease management.
- Provides individual and group support to caregivers on progression of illness and the day to day management of illness
- Contributes to newsletters for caregiver and staff.
- Conducts home/community visits for support and education to caregivers
- Develops, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates caregiver support groups throughout Halton.
- Plans and facilitates the Dementia Information Series and Discussion Series for caregivers, ensuring caregivers receive accurate information.
- Develops, coordinates, facilitates and evaluates other educational and support initiatives to meet the needs of caregivers in Halton Region.
- Plans and facilitates caregiver social and wellness events.
- Coordinates the annual printing of the Halton Dementia Guide.
- Supports and evaluate volunteers on an ongoing basis.

**QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION**:

- Baccalaureate Degree, Health/Social Science discipline or equivalent
- Valid Ontario driver’s license, use of vehicle and insurance per Acclaim Health policy.

**EXPERIENCE & SKILLS**:

- Baccalaureate Degree, Health/Social Science discipline or equivalent
- Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience working with individuals and caregivers dealing with dementia in a community environment is preferred
- Well-developed knowledge of dementia.
- Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in facilitating and presenting to groups.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member. Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
- ** Must be legally eligible to work in Canada**

Acclaim Health is an equal opportunity employer and is actively working towards a more inclusive, diverse and equitable world. We recognize that our work environment is stronger - and our care more effective - when it includes people of equity-seeking groups, including those of varying race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, family status or disability status.

**Please note - only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.**

Should you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please inform human resources so we can ensure your equal participation in this process

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