Ark Therapist Trainee Programme

Ark Centre Pte Ltd & Ark Social Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ark Centre Pte Ltd & Ark Social Ltd in Singapore is launching a Therapist Trainee Programme for 2026 with opportunities to join part-time or full-time roles in 2027. Trainees will gain hands-on experience through holiday camps, social and life skills groups, and resource preparation.

You will learn evidence-based intervention strategies, plan activities, and lead sessions under supervision, with training and feedback provided throughout the programme.

Qualifications

• Recent university or polytechnic graduates from Psychology, Special Education, Education or related fields.
• Open to feedback, eager to learn, dependable and willing to take initiative.
• No prior experience with autism required.
• Potential part-time or full-time opportunities in 2027, subject to availability.

Responsibilities

• Learn to apply evidence-based intervention strategies under guidance to support communication, social skills, emotional regulation, recreational participation and independent living.
• Develop teaching resources, plan and facilitate activities, and support intervention programmes and events.
• Collaborate with Ark staff and guide younger volunteers during sessions.

Skills

Energetic

Creative

Patient

Teamwork

Education

Psychology

Special Education

Social Work

Education

Job description

ARK THERAPIST TRAINEE PROGRAMME 2026

Explore a Career in Intervention. Support Neurodivergent Individuals. Build Your Skills. Grow with Ark.

Potential Part-Time & Full-Time Intervention Therapist Opportunities in 2027!

Are you a recent university or polytechnic graduate passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and youths with autism, ADHD and other neurodivergent needs?
Join our Therapist Trainee Programme and gain hands-on experience through holiday camps, social and independent living skills groups, resource preparation and practical training.
Develop foundational intervention skills, gain a deeper understanding of neurodivergent individuals and learn effective ways to support them. Be trained as you explore a rewarding career in intervention!

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN & DO?

Evidence-Based Intervention: Learn to apply evidence-based strategies under guidance to support communication, social skills, emotional regulation, recreational participation and independent living.
Lesson & Programme Planning: Develop teaching resources, plan and facilitate activities, and support intervention programmes and events.
Leadership & Teamwork: Collaborate with Ark staff and guide younger volunteers during sessions.

Training, supervision and feedback will be provided throughout the programme.

WHEN & WHERE?

October to December 2026 (Dates and timings subject to change)

Interviews & Selection: 26 October - 1 November
Holiday Camps: 23-27 November and 30 November-4 December: 1pm-5pm
Social Skills Club: (Commitment of at least 50% of available sessions, where applicable)
31 Oct - Dec 6: Saturdays: 9am-12pm, Sundays: 12pm-3pm and 3pm-6pm
Possible Training & Resource Preparation Days: 15 November, 18-20 November and 8-10 December

Location: The Yards, Joo Chiat Place

Trainee Rate: $14/hour for scheduled trainee hours.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Recent university and polytechnic graduates, especially those from Psychology, Applied Psychology, Behavioural Science, Special Education, Education, Social Work or related fields.

We’re looking for individuals who are energetic and creative, while remaining patient, kind and respectful towards our participants. You should be open to feedback, eager to learn, dependable and willing to take initiative, with a positive attitude and a genuine desire to work as a team to make a difference.

No previous experience working with autism is required.

BONUS SKILLS

Experience or skills in sports, visual arts and/or performing arts are a plus.
Coaching experience or strong academic skills in PSLE subjects, especially Mathematics, will also be an advantage.

EXPLORING YOUR FUTURE WITH ARK

This programme provides hands‑on experience, practical training and foundational skills to help prepare you for a career as an Intervention Therapist.
Potential career pathways include After‑School Intervention Therapist, Social & Life Skills Group Therapist, and 1‑to‑1 Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Therapist.
Suitable trainees may be considered for part‑time or full‑time Intervention Therapist positions at Ark in 2027, subject to availability.

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