Senior Social Worker

Allkin Singapore Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join its Family Service Centres. This role involves conducting thorough assessments, leading community initiatives, and mentoring junior staff. You will play a pivotal role in developing programs that address service gaps and contribute to the well-being of vulnerable individuals and families. With a focus on collaboration and leadership, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about social work and eager to inspire positive change, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in social work focusing on casework and community work.
• Registered Social Worker or Counsellor with specialized training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments and support holistic case management.
• Design community programs and lead therapeutic sessions.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor in Social Work

Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work

Master in Social Work

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1978 as Singapore's first family service centre, Allkin Singapore is a community-centric social service agency that believes everyone has the potential to create positive change, regardless of age, race, or background.

Through our service offerings, strategic partnerships, and community initiatives, we unlock opportunities for vulnerable individuals and families to overcome life's challenges, build a brighter future, and inspire others to do the same.

DESIGNATION : Senior Social Worker (FSC)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Deployment Opportunities

As a Senior Social Worker within the Family Service Centres (FSCs), you may be deployed to work with various client groups across the different FSCs.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Case & Group Work

• Conduct thorough needs and risk assessments, provide expert consultations, and support holistic case management.
• Maintain accurate casework documentation, approve case assessments, and co-lead reviews of complex cases.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, lead case conferences, and supervise intervention plans.
• Lead therapeutic and support group sessions, develop outreach programs, and ensure effectiveness through supervision and evaluations.

Community Work

• Design and implement community development initiatives, mobilize resources and volunteers, and organize community programs.

Programme Development & Implementation

• Lead the development of programs addressing service gaps, design and evaluate initiatives, and oversee their implementation.

Supervision & Professional Leadership

• Share best practices, mentor junior social workers and conduct training programs.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards, guide systemic service delivery, and manage critical incidents.

Research

• Identify practice gaps, design research projects, and contribute to social work knowledge.

Other Responsibilities

• Support clinical competency development, manage field supervision for students, and lead organizational projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor/Postgraduate Diploma/Master in Social Work.
• Postgraduate qualifications and specialized training in areas like trauma-informed practice are advantageous.
• Minimum 6 years in social work with a focus on casework, counseling, group work, and community work.
• Be a registered Social Worker or Counsellor.
• Proficiency in English, strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities, excellent clinical and supervision skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, effective leadership, and organizational skills.

OTHER INFORMATION

Liberte HR Services Pte Ltd is the designated recruitment partner for Allkin Singapore. As part of the hiring process, you may receive communication from them regarding this opportunity.