Are you passionate about supporting Nova Scotians affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias? Are you experienced in providing one-on-one support primarily over the phone? The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia (ASNS) is seeking a new team member to work with our dedicated Programs & Services team.

The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia (ASNS) is the leading not-for-profit organization working to improve the quality of life for Nova Scotians affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias and advance the search for the cause and cure. Since 1983, ASNS has provided help for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and their care partners - and that help comes in many ways. The organization has grown significantly over its 40+ years and presently employs over 40 well-trained, committed, hardworking staff in the areas of Finance & Operations, Programs & Services, Advocacy & Research, and Philanthropy. We are now seeking a Dementia Support Navigator to join our Programs & Services team.

Reporting to the Manager of Dementia Support, the Dementia Support Navigator (Parental Leave - 12 Month Term) provides information, education, support, and referral through our Dementia Helpline service. As part of a team, the Dementia Support Navigator will bring their university-level education, knowledge and experience in the dementia sector as well as their active listening and phone-based communication skills, to this important role. Some involvement in other Programs will be expected, and experience with group work is an asset. Verbal proficiency in both French and English is preferred. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, visit www.alzheimer.ca/ns/careers for a full role profile.

ASNS offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, an annual Education Allowance, an Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Committee initiatives. The annual salary band for this position is $58,400 to $60,400.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter as one pdf document to Kaija Whittam, Manager of Dementia Support, [email protected] and Siân Messinger, Manager of Operations, [email protected]. Your cover letter should include a description of how your skills, education, and experience make you a good candidate for this position. Please apply by Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 11:59 pm.

The Society values diversity and inclusion and is committed to supporting equity deserving communities. We are dedicated to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the people we serve and communities in which we live. Our commitment is to create an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to reach their potential.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and/or language minorities. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter. Please feel free to request accommodations as needed.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.