Community Care Associate, Senior Day Care

NTUC Health Co-operative Limited; Singapore; Sur place; SGD 20 088 - 26 784; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NTUC Health Co-operative Limited in Singapore is seeking a Community Care Associate to join our dedicated care team. You will work with seniors to promote independence, monitor health, assist with meals, and support care plans in a person-centered model.

Under supervision, you will help with pre-packed medications, health assessments, activities, and basic daily living tasks while building rapport with clients and families in a collaborative environment. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum WPLN Level 4 in Reading, Listening, and Speaking, and Level 3 in Writing.
• Certificate in Healthcare or related course is preferred.
• Experience in social services or the healthcare industry is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assist in serving pre-packed medication.
• Assist in client health monitoring and assessment.
• Aid in meal preparation and serving.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of the Initiate Care Plan (ICP).
• Provide dysphagia care and EatSafe protocol.
• Support clients in distress including persons living with dementia.
• Assist in the Modified Barthel Index (MBI) assessment.
• Plan and conduct structured and interactive activities.
• Perform basic Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
• Assist with Passive Range of Motion exercises (PROM); implement and support individual therapy.

Connaissances

Empathy

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Google Suite proficiency

Team collaboration

Formation

WPLN Level 4 (Reading/Listening/Speaking); Level 3 Writing

Description du poste

About Us

NTUC Health Co-operative Limited (NTUC Health) is an NTUC enterprise that provides a comprehensive and integrated suite of quality and accessible health and eldercare services to meet the growing needs of families and their dependents. Building on close to three decades of experience and expertise, NTUC Health is among the largest providers of active ageing, senior day care, nursing home, and home personal care services in Singapore. We also serve vulnerable seniors in selected areas in Singapore through Community Case Management Services (CCMS), CREST mental health support, and a sheltered senior group home. In addition, we run a family medicine clinic.

Our purpose is to achieve ‘health for life’; enabling healthy and fulfilling years by being a trusted partner of seniors and their families in our community.

For more information, please visit ntuchealth.sg or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

• Senior Day Care
• Home Care
• Nursing Home
• Active Ageing and Senior Fitness
• Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy
• Family Medicine

• CCMS (Community Case Management Services)
• CREST (Community Resource, Engagement and Support Team)
• Henderson Home

Job Description

At NTUC Health, we support both active seniors and those who are frail, offering activities to maintain their independence and functional abilities so that they can enjoy more healthy years. From essential care services to rehabilitation or planned group activities at Senior Day Care, our goal is to empower seniors to live with passion while keeping them comfortable and safe. If you are passionate about helping seniors live well and age well, join us!

As a Community Care Associate, you are a vital member of a dedicated care team, ensuring that our seniors leave our centres happy and eager to return. Through our person-centered care model, you will promote seniors’ independence and stimulate their cognitive and physical functions while attending to their care needs. With support and training from our team of professionals, you will continue to grow in your role. We are here to help you grow in your career and achieve your full potential in a nurturing and collaborative environment.

• Assist in serving pre-packed medication
• Assist in client health monitoring and assessment
• Aid in meal preparation and serving
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of the Initiate Care Plan (ICP)
• Provide dysphagia care and EatSafe protocol
• Support clients in distress including persons living with dementia
• Assist in the Modified Barthel Index (MBI) assessment
• Plan and conduct structured and interactive activities
• Perform basic Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
• Assist with Passive Range of Motion exercises (PROM)Implement and support individual therapy
• Perform escort duties and build rapport with clients and their family members
• Assist in cleaning and disinfecting tasks
• Participate in and support centre events

Qualification

• Minimum WPLN Level 4 in Reading, Listening, and Speaking, and Level 3 in Writing.

Other Information

You should:

• Have the ability to thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment
• Be empathetic and form positive relationships with seniors and caregivers
• Have strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Be proficient in Google Suite Applications

It would be great if you:

• Possess a Certificate in Healthcare or a related course
• Have experience in social services or the healthcare industry
• Demonstrate facilitation skills and healthcare knowledge

Working hours

• Five-day work week (centre operating hours are from 7am to 7pm)
• The expected shift hours are from 7am to 4.30pm, 7.30am to 5pm, 8am to 5.30pm, 8.30am to 6pm, 9am to 6.30pm and 9.30am to 7pm (42.5 working hours per week)