Night Therapeutic Care Worker (Night Shift Mentor)

HCSA COMMUNITY SERVICES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization dedicated to youth care in Singapore seeks a Night Therapeutic Care Worker. This role focuses on providing trauma-informed care and supervision to female teenagers at night. Candidates must be at least 21 years of age, possess a minimum GCE 'N' Level qualification, and have skills in processing and counselling. The position requires good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a sensitive environment. Various employment arrangements are available, with a salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age as per Licensing Agency requirements.
• Must have a good command of English.
• Derived experience in a sensitive environment with teenage girls.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed care and supervision to residents at night.
• Manage residents’ behaviours using approved systems.
• Respond to crisis situations effectively.

Skills

Basic processing and counselling skills

Good interpersonal skills

Experience in working with youth at-risk

Knowledge of trauma and abuse issues

Energetic, enthusiastic and positive attitude

Education

Minimum GCE 'N' Level or equivalent qualifications

Job description

ABOUT US

HCSA Dayspring offers a caring, safe and therapeutic environment to help teenage girls who have suffered the complex trauma of physical, sexual or emotional abuse. Through the application of effective clinical therapies, the centre strives to help these girls become healthy individuals who can successfully reintegrate into their schools, families and society.

HCSA is certified as a Great Place to Work. At HCSA, our commitment to being a Great Place to Work is not just a label; it's a reflection of the vibrant and supportive culture we have nurtured together. Within our organisation, everyone is not just a part of a team; they are valued contributors to a workplace built on respect, fairness, and mutual support. Our leaders are known for their credibility, a result of our unwavering dedication to open dialogue and integrity.

At the heart of HCSA's existence is a profound purpose – to give a future and hope for the vulnerable among us. Building and sustaining this culture is a critical part of achieving our mission. We invite you to embark on a rewarding journey where your skills, ideas, and passion will contribute to making a difference in the lives of those in need.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Night Therapeutic Care Worker (Night Youth Mentor) is responsible for providing trauma-informed care, supervision, and management to Dayspring residents (female teenagers) at night.

• Provide care and supervision at night according to residents’ individual care plan
• Provide health and medical assistance to residents at night
• Manage residents’ behaviour at night using the approved reward and discipline system
• De-escalate and diffuse tension when residents dysregulate at night
• Assist residents when they prepare to sleep at night and wake up in the morning for school
• Complete bed checks and half-hourly rounds at night
• Maintain order, safety, and cleanliness of the care environment at night
• Respond to crisis situations and any unusual or challenging events at night
• Prepare breakfast and ensure residents take their breakfast
• Dispense residents’ daily allowance and manage the petty cash for residents’ pocket
• Chart resident’s behaviour and progress using the online Residential Record
• Maintain an updated record of all residential records and logbooks

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Pre-Requisite:

• Agreeable to do permanent night shift
• Good command of English
• Must be able to work with teenage girls in a sensitive environment
• Licensing Agency, MSF, requires direct care staff to be minimum 21 years of age

Competencies:

• Minimum GCE 'N' Level, or equivalent qualifications
• With experience in working with youth at-risk
• With basic processing and counselling skills
• With knowledge of common issues and disorders that appears in trauma and abuse
• Suitable emotional attributes and resilence
• Good physical and mental health. Suitable emotional attributes and resilience
• Good interpersonal skills to work independently and as a team
• Energetic, enthusiastic and positive attitude to life and work
• Nurturing yet with clear, consistent and firm boundaries

Work Arrangement - Full-time; Part-time; Contract; Permanent

Workplace - Potong Pasir

Salary commensurate with experience. To expedite processing time, kindly please visit https://hcsa.org.sg/careers/ to complete the online job application form and attach your resume in the form.