Residential Coach

Autism Resource Centre Singapore; Santo Niño 1st; On-site; PHP 1,275,000 - 1,863,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stayover at residence

Shift pattern with days off

Job summary

Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) invites compassionate individuals to join as Residential Coach, supporting adults on the autism spectrum in a supervised living environment. You will coach residents in daily living skills, reinforce routines, and promote independence with dignity and respect.

The role requires flexible shift work including weekends and public holidays and staying over at the residence for several days.

Qualifications

• Min GCE 'O' level with 1 - 2 years working experience.

Responsibilities

• Coach residents in living skills and independence.
• Ensure safety and security during day and night shifts.
• Co-develop house rules with residents and support accountability.
• Provide opportunities for social interactions and community.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relational skills

Autism knowledge

Housekeeping

Education

GCE O-Level

Job description

Join us to Transform Lives Together!

Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) or ARC(S) is a non-profit charity organisation dedicated to serving children and adults on the autism spectrum, to help these individuals lead meaningful and independent lives in society. ARC(S) offers a range of services and resources tailored to meet the growing concerns and needs of the autism community.

As part of our continuum of services , we run a Residential Programme coupled with a supported living and training centre, and we invite passionate people to join us in transforming the lives entrusted to us.

We are looking for a hands-on & energetic Residential Coach who desires to impact lives of adults on the autism spectrum. This would require showing respect and support for our clients’ choices and needs, as well as helping them achieve their personal goals by empowering them through Meaning, Dignity and Independence.

Support a multi-disciplinary team in training and assessment of residents by coaching them in Residential Living Skills such as:

• Maintain household chores, including preparing simple meals

• Manage their time within the residence and preparing them to go to work

• Live with others – sharing common spaces, meals, and chores, as well as consideration for one another’s needs

Support residents during day and night shift hours (rotation):

• Ensure safety and security of residents at all times

• Respond to emergencies as required

Provide a safe and homely environment for residents

• Co-develop house rules with the residents

• Ensure residents are accountable for their household duties

• Provide opportunities for social interactions and community

Maintain comfort, safety, and security

• Upkeep common areas if residents are still in the process of learning to be independent in household chores

• Assist and coordinate repairs as required

Requirements

• Min GCE 'O' level with 1 - 2 years working experience.

• Possess knowledge and understanding of autism and skills in housekeeping

• Good interpersonal and relational skills

• Passion to work with individuals on the autism spectrum

The incumbent is required to work on a shift roster which includes weekends and public holidays and a stayover at the residence for 3 days at a stretch. We offer an attractive shift pattern up to 8.5 consecutive days off every three weeks.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.

We apologise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to hire.