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Dementia Outreach Worker (Part-time) Employer: Bessie Makatini Foundation Location: Contract: 15–20 hours per week, flexible including some evenings/weekends 12-month fixed term, renewable.Role: Post will be based at Langa Place, Lamontville. They will help organize and deliver local awareness activities, carry out basic intake assessments for new clients, manage digital & paper records, coordinate referrals with the clinical team and support caregiver engagement and community outreach. Key responsibilities • Plan and run community awareness events and social media outreach in English and isiZulu/isiXhosa. • Receive referrals and complete the standard Referral Intake Form accurately and promptly. • Conduct basic cognitive and functional screening using agreed tools and record psychosocial and caregiver information. • Prepare and securely transmit intake records for comprehensive screening and referral. • Maintain the database and produce weekly/monthly summary reports and dashboard updates. • Support training sessions and caregiver support groups. • Uphold confidentiality, safeguarding, and data protection standards. • Oversee and maintain current updates on BMF social media accounts. Essential qualifications and experience • A matric certificate and at least one year of related administrative experience are essential. A qualification in social work, auxiliary nursing, or psychology is an advantage. • Experience working with older adults or people with cognitive impairment. • Competent with MS Office or Google Workspace and basic database use (Excel, Google Sheets, or Access). • Experience using social media for community engagement. Essential skills and attributes • Able to administer basic screening tools and record findings accurately. • Strong digital literacy and comfortable with online platforms and social media. • Clear verbal and written communication in English; isiZulu/isiXhosa desirable. • Empathetic, culturally sensitive, and able to work with families and older adults. • Highly organised, reliable, and able to work independently. • Attention to detail and commitment to data quality and confidentiality. Desirable • Formal training in dementia care or mental health. • Experience working in Lamontville, or similar peri-urban communities. • Basic first aid training. Remuneration and equipment • Competitive part-time stipend. • Laptop/tablet, mobile phone, airtime and data support provided. How to apply Send a CV, one-page cover letter describing relevant experience, and contact details for two referees to zethu@bessiemakatinifoundation.org.za with subject line Application — Dementia Outreach Worker. Applications close 20/01/2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview and assessment. Safeguarding and equality BMF is an equal opportunity employer. Pre-employment checks including criminal record and reference checks are required.

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