LECTURER, ELDERCARE - HMIS

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Service Division in Singapore is seeking a Lecturer in Eldercare for a 2-year appointment. The role covers curriculum development, course delivery (face-to-face/online) and supervision of projects for youth and adult learners in ageing, wellbeing, and policy areas.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Gerontology, or related fields, with strong eldercare experience and a track record in volunteer and project management.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Development, Gerontology or equivalent.
• Direct experience and strong interest in eldercare.
• Experience in volunteer management, programme and project management in social, community and/or eldercare settings.
• Experience in teaching communications or IT skills is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum development and course delivery for youth and adult learners.
• Lead and supervise projects and internships.
• Teach at least one evening or weekend session.
• Coordinate industry collaborations and community partnerships.
• Stay updated on eldercare trends and apply to teaching and projects.

Skills

Agile team player

Interpersonal communication

Project/time management

Networking in eldercare

IT skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Development, Gerontology or equivalent

Job description

What the role is

This is a 2-year position as a Lecturer, Eldercare in the School of Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies.

What you will be working on

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Curriculum development, course delivery (face-to-face/online) and project supervision for youth and adult learners in the following areas:

• Perspectives of Ageing
• Empowerment & Wellness for Seniors
• Inclusive Ageing & Society
• Lifespan and Psychology of Ageing
• Gerontechnology and Behaviour Design
• Social Policy & Legislation in Ageing
• Population Health & Ageing
• Community Development for Seniors
• Intergenerational Service-Learning
• Multidisciplinary industry-based projects
• Able to teach at least one evening or weekends in the week
• Lead and identify new initiatives and collaborations with the industry, institutes of higher learnings & related agencies
• Stay updated on trends in community solution and care planning for seniors and integrates these into teaching and project work
• Handle administrative work relating to teaching and assigned projects
• Supervise students during internships

What we are looking for

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Development, Gerontology or equivalent
• Direct experience and strong interest in eldercare
• Experience in volunteer management, programme and project management in social, community and/or eldercare settings
• Experience in teaching communications related subjects and/or have IT skills will be an advantage
• An agile team player with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in project/time management with a keen attention to detail
• Connections within the non-profit, social service, or care sectors