Medical Social Worker (KidSTART@KKH KIDS 0-3 )

Singapore National Eye Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a qualified social worker to ensure high standards of child-centric clinical practice in a multi-disciplinary team. The role involves direct social work support to families, conducting risk assessments, and facilitating community referrals. Applicants need a Degree in Social Work, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and registration with the Social Work Accreditation Board. A fast-paced environment awaits the right candidate, who will work collaboratively with health professionals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent postgraduate qualification is essential.
• Must be registered with the Social Work Accreditation Board.
• Experience of 3-5 years in direct social work, particularly with families and children.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of child-centric clinical practice.
• Provide socio-emotional support through various activities.
• Conduct intake interviews and risk assessments.

Skills

Child-centric clinical practice

Multi-tasking

Social emotional support

Education

Degree in Social Work or Postgraduate Degree in Social Work

Registered Social Worker with SWAB

Job description

KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital Pte. Ltd.

Job Category: Allied Health Professional

You are required to ensure high standards of child‑centric clinical and community practice within a Trans‑disciplinary framework. You will work in a multi‑disciplinary outpatient setting and provide supervision, coaching and social work input to a multi‑disciplinary team.

You are also required to provide direct or indirect socio‑emotional support, assessment and referral for financial assistance to mothers and child from early conception to first few years of the child through clinic appointments, home visits and community based activities. Where appropriate, risk assessments would also be required.

In addition, you will also be involved in the following duties:

• Maintain overview of team’s cases.
• Triage cases for presentation.
• Ensure case documentations are promptly completed and filed.
• Conduct intake interviews and risk assessments.
• Assignment of cases to respective Keyworkers for service delivery.
• Assess clients for needs and facilitate referrals to community partners or services for further follow‑up.
• Conduct home visits.

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work or Post graduate Degree in Social work
• Registered Social worker with the Social Work Accreditation Board (SWAB)
• At least 3-5 Year(s) of direct social work experience practice (especially in working with families with young children)
• A fast and efficient worker with the ability to multi‑task