Allkin - CREST Programme Coordinator/Social Work Associate (Allkin Mental Health Service)

Liberte HR Services; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-driven agency is seeking a passionate Programme Coordinator/Social Work Associate to empower individuals facing mental health challenges. In this role, you will engage with diverse communities, coordinate outreach activities, and collaborate with partners to raise awareness about mental health and dementia. This is a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals and families while working in a supportive team environment. If you are dedicated to promoting dignity and well-being, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling required.
• Strong interest in empowering individuals with mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute outreach activities on dementia and mental health awareness.
• Assess and monitor clients with mental health needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Social Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Diploma in Social Work

Diploma in Psychology

Diploma in Counselling

Tools

IT Literacy

Job description

Job Description:

Founded in 1978 as Singapore's first family service centre, Allkin Singapore (formerly known as AMKFSC Community Services) is a leading community-driven social service agency that believes everyone has the potential to create positive change, regardless of age, race, or background.

Through our service offerings, strategic partnerships, and community initiatives, we unlock opportunities for vulnerable individuals and families to overcome life's challenges, pursue a brighter future, and inspire others to do the same. Today, Allkin uplifts and journeys with diverse communities such as children, youths, families, and seniors at close to 40 touchpoints across Singapore.

Community Outreach Team (CREST), serves as a community safety network for people with or at-risk of mental health conditions, including dementia, and their caregivers. CREST conducts outreach events to increase mental health awareness and targeted case finding to identify those with mental health needs.

CREST works with clients aged 18 years and above.

Reporting to the Group Supervisor, the Programme Coordinator/Social Work Associate works closely with the team to serve clients and caregivers.

• Assist to plan, coordinate and execute outreach activities to educate the public, seniors and partner stakeholders on dementia and mental health awareness.
• Assessment and review information and referral service and monitoring of clients with mental health needs, and dementia.
• Networking with community partners.

Others

• Other work projects assigned by supervisor/management.

Candidate Requirements

• Diploma in Social Work or Psychology or Counselling required.
• IT literate.

Core Competencies:

• Good communication and social skills to work with different people.
• Pleasant personality.
• Team player, yet independent to carry out most functions.
• Strong interest in empowering and preserving the dignity of people at-risk or with mental health conditions including dementia.

Preferred achievements / characteristics: