Geriatric Medical Social Worker | Care & Discharge Planner

The Lentor Residence Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

THE LENTOR RESIDENCE PTE LTD seeks an experienced Medical Social Worker for a new nursing home in Kaki Bukit, with duties across care planning and psychosocial support. The role involves coordinating services and counselling residents and families within a multidisciplinary team.

The candidate should hold a Social Work degree or PG Diploma, be registered with SASW, and have strong interpersonal communication skills. On-site work at the new facility is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Registered Social Worker with Singapore Association of Social Workers.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' social and emotional needs and family context.
• Coordinate social services through case management.
• Identify and refer cases for financial assistance and counselling.
• Provide psychosocial counselling and support to residents and families.
• Educate families about care needs and mediate conflicts.
• Assist staff in understanding psychosocial factors affecting health.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registered Social Worker (SASW)

Degree / Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work

Job description

THE LENTOR RESIDENCE PTE LTD seeks an experienced Medical Social Worker for a new nursing home in Kaki Bukit, with duties across care planning and psychosocial support. The role involves coordinating services and counselling residents and families within a multidisciplinary team.

The candidate should hold a Social Work degree or PG Diploma, be registered with SASW, and have strong interpersonal communication skills. On-site work at the new facility is expected.