CaringKind, New York Citys leading expert in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, is seeking a compassionate Dementia Specialist to support families and individuals living with dementia through our Helpline, Family Support and Education Services, and Early-Stage Client Services. This position reports to the Vice President, Family Supports. Spanish-speaking candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The position is primarily based on-site (75%) at the Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center (ADRC), an affiliate of CaringKind, with remaining responsibilities conducted remotely or in the community as needed.

Local Long Island candidates are strongly preferred.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide follow-up on direct referrals from physicians, social workers, and other provider partners
• Conduct program and needs assessments with family care partners and individuals living with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or early-stage Alzheimers disease and related dementias
• Conduct information sessions and share information on CaringKind services and supports with healthcare providers and community organizations serving older adults and families impacted by dementia
• Support CaringKind Helpline callers with information, referrals, emotional support, dementia consultations, and enrollment into CaringKind services and programs
• Deliver evidence-based or evidence-informed services for family care partners and individuals in the early stages of dementia
• Teach/Co-teach small group education workshops to build family care partners understanding and capacity to provide care across the continuum
• Lead/Co-lead support groups for spouses, adult children, and other special interest groups (including LGBTQ+, young onset spouses, young adults, residential families, specific languages/cultures)

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred in social work, occupational therapy, nursing, counseling, community health, therapeutic recreation, music/art therapy, or related field.
• 1-3 years of dementia, Alzheimers, or aging services experience required
• Spanish language proficiency required
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and a positive, solutions-oriented attitude
• Ability to take direction and execute responsibilities independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and virtual platforms; Salesforce preferred

Schedule and Work Location

• Part-time position scheduled for 20 hours per week
• Primarily on-site (75%) at ADRC Long Island
• Remaining hours conducted remotely or within the community as program needs require
• Occasional evening availability (approximately once per month)

Equal Opportunity Employer

CaringKind is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.