Multi-skilled Therapy Assistant (ANDS)

Institute of Mental Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier mental health institution in Singapore seeks a Multi-skilled Therapy Assistant to perform therapeutic activities for patients. Responsibilities include facilitating ward observations, assessing patients' communication styles, and training patients in daily living skills. Candidates should possess NITEC or diploma qualifications in related fields and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. A passion for working with patients is essential.

Qualifications

• Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion to work with patients, and a good learning attitude.
• Experience in working with persons with intellectual disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate ward observations and assess communication styles of patients.
• Carry out prescribed sensory and behavioral strategies.
• Train and supervise patients in daily living activities.

Skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with patients with intellectual disabilities

Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders

Education

NITEC/Higher NITEC qualifications in related fields

Diploma in Health Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Multi-skilled Therapy Assistant (ANDS)

Department: Occupational Therapy

Job Description

The Therapy Assistant will be joining our Adult NeuroDevelopmental Service (ANDS) to carry out therapeutic interventions/activities for the patients in this service.

Job Responsibilities

• Facilitate ward observations including behavior observation methods (ABC chart, frequency monitoring, Setting Event Checklist).
• Assess the communication style of patients.
• Assess activities of daily living.
• Carry out prescribed sensory, behavioural and communication strategies with selected patients.
• Train, supervise, and maintain the functional skills of patients in basic activities for daily living, community living, social and recreational participation.
• Build individualized resources for patients and assist in improvement projects and creation of therapy materials (e.g., compilation of communication passports, creating visuals for activities, taking photos of new patients).
• Serve as communication partners for patients (e.g., intensive interaction).
• Collaborate with allied health professionals to implement ward-based programmes and/or transition to community-based programmes for ANDS patients, including portering for activities.
• Attend trainings and courses recommended by the ANDS team, including on-the-job trainings and in-services.
• Complete daily documentation co-signed by clinical supervisors by the end of the day.
• Adhere to infection control guidelines as stipulated in NHG/ IMH’s policy.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Reporting Officer and Clinical Supervisors.

Requirements

Competency

• Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion to work with patients, and a good learning attitude
• Experience in working with persons with intellectual disability and/or autism spectrum disorders is preferred

Educational and Professional Requirements

• NITEC/Higher NITEC qualifications in Paramedic & Emergency Care, Community Care & Social Services or Nursing, with at least 2 years of related work experience.
• Diploma qualifications in Health Sciences, sports, Physical Health or other related disciplines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

About IMH

The Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Singapore, established in 1928, is a premier 2,000-bed psychiatric hospital nestled in Buangkok Green Medical Park, providing comprehensive mental health services across 50 inpatient wards and 7 outpatient clinics, while also playing a pivotal role in training the next generation of mental health professionals through the NHG-AHPL Residency Programme and collaborations with local academic institutions.