Assistant Manager/Manager (Probation Officer), RPG/PRGS

Ministry Of Social And Family Development; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry Of Social And Family Development in Singapore seeks a Rehabilitation and Protection Officer to conduct social investigations, assess offenders on probation, and coordinate with families and community partners. The role offers training and rotational exposure within the Probation, Reintegration and Gambling Safeguards division to broaden experience.

The position emphasizes professional development, collaboration with multiple teams, and adherence to reporting standards for courts and

Qualifications

• Educational background in social sciences or law is preferred.
• Good command of spoken and written English for reports to Courts and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with adaptability.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration.
• Ability to work with diverse teams to support rehabilitation goals.

Responsibilities

• Undertake social investigations of offenders referred by the Courts and make probation recommendations.
• Deliver evidence-informed interventions and monitor progress with families and community partners.
• Contribute to policy and planning to strengthen rehabilitative outcomes for probationers and families.
• Participate in cross-disciplinary initiatives supporting youths-at-risk and youth offenders.

Skills

Social work background

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, or Law

Job description

What the role is:

Rehabilitation and Protection Group (RPG)Looking for a workplace with passion and commitment to empower and restore lives of the vulnerable population in Singapore? Join the Rehabilitation and Protection Group (RPG)!RPG undertakes the statutory functions in the rehabilitation of adult and youth offenders, and the protection of children and families. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to break cycles of abuse, neglect and offending.As a Rehabilitation and Protection Officer, you influence and shape lives, and in the process, the future of the rehabilitation and protection landscape in Singapore.To support your professional development, you will receive comprehensive training and develop foundational capabilities and knowledge on rehabilitation and protection work. You will also be given the opportunities to rotate to different exciting roles within RPG and broaden your perspectives, skills and experiences.Description of Division/Branch: Probation, Reintegration and Gambling Safeguards (PRGS) DivisionAs part of the RPG family, the Probation, Reintegration and Gambling Safeguards (PGRS) is responsible for the effective rehabilitation of offenders on community-based orders with maximum participation of their families and the community. Through individual, family sessions and inter-agency collaborations, we deliver targeted interventions to steer probationers away from offending behaviours and lead socially responsible lives. We are passionate and committed to making a difference to the lives of these youths and their families and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our dynamic and life-changing team.

What you will be working on:

Reporting to the Chief Probation Officer, you will conduct social investigations and submit reports on offenders referred by the Courts. You will ensure that you maintain quality assessments, interventions and supervision of offenders placed on probation orders and in the management of stakeholders and volunteers.

Responsibilities:Management of offenders placed on probation orders through:

• Undertaking social investigation of offenders referred by the Courts and making recommendations on their suitability for probation
• Delivering evidence-informed interventions and monitoring their progress, in close partnership with their families and the community
• Contributing to operational policy and planning in strengthening rehabilitative outcomes for probationers and their families
• Participating in initiatives as part of cross-disciplinary work in supporting the continuum of intervention for youths-at-risk and youth offendersDo visit our CNA documentary on YouTube: "Inside The Probation Service" to learn more.

What we are looking for:

Competencies required:

• Educational background preferably in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, or Law
• Good command of spoken and written English as the position requires regular submission of reports to the Courts and key stakeholders
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills and able to adapt quickly to evolving situations
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Is able to work closely with different teams/professionals to support rehabilitation goals holistically
• Can multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Functional Competencies

• Case Management-Engagement, Assessment, and Planning
• Professional Practice
• Case Management- Intervention, Review and Documentation

About Ministry Of Social And Family Development

Join Us at MSF for a Meaningful, People-Centric Career!At MSF, our mission is to nurture and build resilient individuals, strong families, and a caring society. We offer meaningful and impactful people-centric careers in the design and delivery of policies, services and programmes. We are an all-inclusive and family friendly workplace where career growth is prioritised through a comprehensive suite of development opportunities to help our officers succeed today as well as be future-ready. We do this through various formal and informal learning and development programmes for officers to build different competencies and gain diverse work experiences within MSF, the Public as well as the Social Service Sectors.