Care Assistant [St. Andrew's Adult Home (Sengkang)]

ST ANDREW'S MISSION HOSPITAL; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking compassionate individuals for a caregiving role focused on assisting residents with daily needs and maintaining their environment. Candidates should hold at least WPLN Level 3 or equivalent in Nursing. Experience with individuals with autism is a plus, as well as supervisory skills. The position requires working shifts in a fast-paced environment, where compassion and patience are key traits. Training and documentation responsibilities are also included.

Qualifications

• Minimum WPLN Level 3, GCE O Level/NITEC in Nursing preferred.
• Experience with youths/adults with autism valued.
• Ability to work in fast-paced 24/7 settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily needs like bathing and meals.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in environmental areas.
• Support therapy interventions during appointments.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Supervisory skills

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

WPLN Level 3

GCE O Level/NITEC in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

• Assists the residents in their daily needs including bathing, serving meals etc
• Assists the residents to maintain good hygiene including regular shower, nails/hair cutting, change of clothes, bedsheets, etc according to schedule
• Participates and facilitate in both on and off-site activities with the residents
• Support therapists/ psychologist with interventions for residents
• Accompanies residents for medical appointments
• Maintains cleanliness and tidiness of resident’s environment
• Assists in cleaning and maintenance of general areas
• Maintain accurate documentation of care given
• Provide training/ guidance to residents with daily living skills (e.g. sweep floor, clean tables etc)
• Responsible for data collection of residents’ progress
• Any other duties/projects as assigned from time to time

Job Specifications

• Minimum of WPLN Level 3 above, GCE O Level/ NITEC, preferably in Nursing
• Candidate with supervisory skills will be of advantage
• Experience in direct handling of youths / adults (age 19 & above) with autism will be an advantage
• Experience in residential /special needs settings will advantageous.
• PC literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Able to work in a fast pace 24/7 work environment
• Have a sense of urgency and ability to prioritise
• Compassionate and patient personality
• Require to perform shift duties

Working Hours

• Shift Work