Case Worker

Singapore Association for Mental Health, The; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community mental health organization in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Case Worker to assess and support youths with mental health needs. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing case management and psychosocial interventions, and developing outreach programmes in collaboration with community partners. Candidates should have a degree in Psychology or Social Work, and possess good interpersonal skills. Experience in youth services is preferred, along with proficiency in MS Office applications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in Social Service Agencies, especially youth work is an advantage.
• Skills in arts and/or sports are a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments for youths.
• Provide case management, counselling, and psychosocial interventions.
• Develop mental health outreach programmes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Motivated to serve youths

Education

Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related discipline

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

SAMH SAY-IT! (Sports, Arts, Youth Integrated Team) provides assessment and intervention for youths, and engages youths for ongoing monitoring and support. YIT also works actively with youth agencies, schools and community partners to provide holistic case management for youths and their families.

Key Responsibilities for Case Worker:

• Conduct mental health assessment for youths
• Provide individualised case management, counselling and psychosocial interventions for youths and their families
• Develop and conduct mental health outreach and programmes in the community
• Ensure active monitoring and support for youths
• Network with community partners for collaboration and co-management
• Perform administrative duties and manage day-to-day operations

Person Specifications:

• Minimum degree in Psychology, Social Work or related discipline
• Experience working in Social Service Agencies, especially youth work will be an added advantage
• Experience with facilitation, case management counselling
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Experience with and having skills in the arts(visual arts, music, drama, dance, etc.) and/or sports will be an added advantage
• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant work experience

Desired personal traits:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Independent and able to work in a team
• Motivated and passionate to serve youths in mental health sector
• Organised and timeliness in keeping up with documentation
• Teachable and willing to learn, adapt and improve oneself
• Insightful and reflective

Office Location

Blk 124, Bedok North Road, #01-133, Singapore 460124

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.