Medical Social Worker

Apex Harmony Lodge; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring nursing home in Singapore seeks a dedicated medical social worker to provide case management and support services to residents with dementia. Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, facilitating financial support, and coordinating admissions. Applicants should hold a degree in social work and have at least two years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills and familiarity with local funding mechanisms like MediFund. Team-oriented and compassionate professionals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration with the Singapore Association of Social Workers.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Medifund and social work documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management including care assessment.
• Facilitate financial assistance for new residents per MediFund guidelines.
• Coordinate end-to-end admission process for residents.

Skills

Administrative skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Location: Apex Harmony Lodge, Singapore

Type: Full-time, On-site

Reports to: Senior Social Worker

Eligibility: Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents only

About Apex Harmony Lodge

Apex Harmony Lodge is a 210-bed nursing home focused on providing dedicated care for individuals with dementia. The medical social worker plays a crucial role in supporting our residents using person-centred care and ability centred care. S/he will work collaboratively as a team with multi-disciplinary professionals (Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Therapeutic Programme Executive, Psychologist and Nursing staff) to empower and actively engage residents at the Lodge.

Key Responsibilities

1. Casework

• Provide comprehensive case management, including care assessment and intervention

2. Financial Support

• Facilitate financial assistance for new residents in line with MediFund guidelines
• Conduct financial assessments and reviews to ensure continuous funding support for residents

3. Admissions & Bed Occupancy

• Work with caregivers and referring parties to perform intake assessments
• Coordinate the end-to-end admission process

4. Other Duties

• Networking with healthcare facilities, social agencies and community partners
• Active member of relevant committees, including Pandemic Response Team
• Provide caregiver support and strengthen engagement with next-of-kin
• Carry out ACP/PPC documentation

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Singapore Association of Social Workers
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience preferred
• Familiarity with Medifund, MFEC, PGDAS, IDAPE, Eldershield/Careshield, and Medisave
• Strong administrative, writing, and conceptualization skills
• Compassionate, mature, and team-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of medical social work
• Talents in wellness or creative facilitation are a plus