Care Associate (ReAblement Programme) (3-year Contract)

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Nursing Foundation in Singapore seeks a dedicated Therapy Assistant or Rehabilitation support worker to conduct home and community visits under clinical supervision. You will guide clients through prescribed exercises, assist daily activities, and monitor progress to promote safe, independent living.

The role emphasizes building confidence, supporting emotional well-being, and collaborating with therapists and medical social workers to ensure coordinated care for elderly clients in their

Qualifications

• Minimal GCE O-Level or equivalent qualifications.
• Preferably 1 year of healthcare, rehabilitation, or eldercare experience.
• Able to communicate effectively with clients and caregivers.
• Follow instructions and carry out activities safely.
• Physically able to conduct home- and community-based activities.
• Able to recognise changes and report promptly to the Therapist.
• Language skills in Malay, Mandarin, Tamil or local dialects are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work under clinical supervision of the Therapist to implement rehab goals.
• Conduct home and community visits with weekly sessions to practice activities.
• Guide clients in prescribed exercises and daily living activities.
• Support clients to build confidence, independence and participation.
• Reinforce techniques taught by the Therapist and encourage practice.
• Provide motivation to participate in the ReAblement programme.
• Observe and report client progress and any concerns to the Therapist.
• Escalate changes in client status to the Therapist promptly.
• Assist clients in community activities and safe participation.
• Maintain records of visits and client progress with the Therapist.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient support

Safety awareness

Observation skills

Multilingual support

Education

GCE O-Level or equivalent

Job description

Founded in 1976, Home Nursing Foundation (HNF) is a leading charity that provides home healthcare services in Singapore, regardless of our patients' ability to pay. Dedicated to all-round support for our patients, HNF delivers comprehensive care programmes to look after patients' emotional well-being and healthcare needs.Our HNF Wellness Day Care & Rehabilitation Centres offer an array of social activities, social support and holistic healthcare services to help our elderly stay independent in their own community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work under the direction and clinical supervision of the Therapist, in accordance with the client's ReAblement goals and intervention plan, including when conducting independent home or community visits.
• Conduct scheduled home and community visits with clients, including weekly sessions where assigned, to facilitate practice of functional activities and exercises identified by the Therapist.
• Guide and encourage clients in carrying out prescribed exercises, functional activities and/or daily living activities, within the scope of the intervention plan provided by the Therapist.
• Support clients in practicing functional tasks in their natural home and community environments, with the aim of building confidence, independence and participation in meaningful daily activities.
• Reinforce techniques, strategies and recommendations taught by the Therapist and encourage clients to practice these between scheduled visits.
• Provide appropriate encouragement and motivation to clients to participate actively in the ReAblement programme and work towards their agreed goals.
• Observe and report the client's participation, performance, progress, difficulties, concerns and barriers to the Therapist in a timely manner.
• Escalate any concerns regarding changes in the client's physical or functional status, safety, behaviour, cognition, mood or ability to participate in activities to the Therapist promptly.
• Accompany and support clients in community-based activities where required, such as practising access to community facilities, participating in meaningful activities or carrying out activities identified as part of the client's ReAblement goals.
• Support clients in developing confidence and independence in carrying out activities, while promoting appropriate risk awareness and safe participation.
• Work collaboratively with the Therapist, Medical Social Worker and other members of the ReAblement team to support a coordinated approach to client care.
• Provide appropriate updates to the Occupational Therapist following client visits and maintain accurate and timely records of visits, activities conducted, client participation and observations.
• Support programme activities such as client follow-ups, community activities and other ReAblement initiatives as required.
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality and respect for clients' dignity, preferences and autonomy at all times.
• Support other Therapy services and perform related duties within the scope of the role, as assigned by the reporting officer, based on operational needs.
• Any other related duties as assigned by the said Reporting Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimal GCE N/O Level or equivalent qualifications. Relevant healthcare, therapy assistant, community care, eldercare or social care certifications will be an advantage.
• Preferably with at least 1 year of relevant experience in healthcare, rehabilitation, or working with older adults.
• Able to communicate effectively with clients and caregivers, provide encouragement and support, and establish a positive working relationship with clients.
• Able to follow instructions and intervention plans provided by the Therapist and carry out activities safely and consistently.
• Physically able to conduct home- and community-based activities with clients, including accompanying clients during community activities where required.
• Able to recognize changes in a client's condition, functional ability, motivation or participation, and report concerns promptly to the Therapist.
• Ability to communicate with clients in Malay, Mandarin, Tamil and/or local dialects would be advantageous, as the role involves supporting clients from diverse language backgrounds.

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Home Nursing Foundation