Dementia Practitioner

Job purpose

To support the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of SASCO's Butterfly Approach and person-centered dementia care practices across care facilities.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and reviewing the Butterfly Approach, including care practices, SOPs and dementia-friendly environments.
• Conduct QUIS observations, DEMQOL/QUALID assessments and monitor care quality outcomes.
• Provide staff training, coaching and guidance to strengthen dementia care competencies.
• Facilitate case discussions and support individualised care planning and meaningful engagement activities.
• Liaisewith dementia consultants and relevant stakeholders to support care modelimprovements.
• Support curriculum development, facilitation and evaluation of the Dementia Experiential Lab.
• Assist in developing dementia care pathways, early screening strategies and community partnerships.
• Maintain relevant documentation, analyse outcomes and recommend improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, Dementia Action.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Registered Nurse, registered Occupational Therapist, accredited Social Worker, or degree holder in Psychology, Counselling, Gerontology or Sociology.
• At least 3 years of relevant dementia care experience, preferably in an eldercare setting.
• Knowledge of person-centred dementia care and the Butterfly Approach is advantageous.
• Strong communication, training, assessment and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, organised and committed to improving dementia care quality.

Interested applicants, kindly click “Apply” or send your resume to [email protected]