Medical Social Worker/ Case Manager

PANCARE MEDICAL CLINIC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Singapore is seeking a skilled Social Worker to deliver counselling services to patients and caregivers. The role involves providing psychosocial assessments, emotional support, and participating in case conferences. Candidates should have relevant qualifications in Social Work and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse groups. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community through compassionate care and support.

Qualifications

• Registered Social Workers with the Singapore Association of Social Work (SASW) - will be an advantage.
• Compassion and care for patients.
• Good team player with positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling service to patients and caregivers.
• Conduct psychosocial and financial assessments.
• Provide emotional support and motivation to patients.

Skills

Compassion

Team player

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Master/Bachelor/Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling service to patients and caregivers
• Provide psychosocial and financial assessment, coordinated case management and interventions to enable the patient/client to function optimally in the home environment and community at large
• Assist the patient to understand the diagnosis and implications on ADL functioning
• Walk through with patients and caregivers and provide emotional support and motivation for them
• Manage patients' expectations and set realistic and achievable goalsArrange for interim care or make referrals for long-term step-down facilities when necessary
• Participate in ward rounds and case conferences to represent patients' social, psychological and economic circumstances.
• Undertake projects and any other duties as assigned by the Management

Requirements

• Master/Bachelor/Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work
• Registered Social Workers with the Singapore Association of Social Work (SASW) - will be an advantage
• Compassion and care for patients
• Good team player with positive attitude, caring and compassionate individual
• Good interpersonal skills, able to communicate with people at all levels, such as patients’ families, government agencies and other professionals