Medical Social Worker (MSW, Contract)

Singapore National Eye Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Singapore is seeking a Medical Social Worker to support children and women’s health. The position involves providing counselling and case management, along with conducting risk assessments for patients and their families. Ideal candidates will hold a recognized degree in social work and demonstrate resilience, empathy, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role contributes significantly to the well-being of patients facing various crises.

Qualifications

• Recognized Degree in Social Work.
• Disposition that is resilient, independent, trustworthy, and mature.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and case management for patients and families.
• Conduct risk assessments for individuals in crises.
• Act as liaison and resource person for patients and families.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Independence

Trustworthiness

Multi-tasking

Education

Recognized Degree in Social Work

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

Medical Social Worker (MSW, Contract)

Job Category: Allied Health Professional

You will work in a fast-paced healthcare environment pertaining to children’s and women’s health issues. You will participate in an interdisciplinary setting to provide counselling and case management, as well as to conduct risk assessments of patients and their families in financial, emotional and health crises. You will be the liaison and resource person for patients and their families.

We are looking for candidates with:

• Recognized Degree in Social Work
• A disposition that is resilient, independent, trustworthy and mature, yet empathetic and non-judgmental
• A highly driven, dedicated and passionate with special interest to practice social work in a healthcare setting
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment