Rehabilitation Specialist

Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community wellness organization in Singapore is seeking a Rehabilitation Specialist to support seniors by designing and implementing personalized care plans. In this role, you will conduct functional assessments, deliver rehabilitation sessions, and work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic wellness. Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree, possess strong communication skills, and are passionate about active aging and community wellness. This position plays a vital role in enhancing seniors' health and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience working with seniors in community, rehabilitation or gym settings is preferred.
• Registered with AHPC if holding a clinical qualification is preferable.
• Basic analytics skills for data collection are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional assessments to determine seniors’ needs.
• Deliver customised rehabilitation sessions targeting various aspects of wellness.
• Ensure safe use of equipment during sessions.
• Collaborate with medical and fitness coaches for integrated care.
• Motivate seniors towards healthy lifestyle habits.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to engage seniors

Comfortable with digital tools

Passionate about active ageing

Education

Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, or Gerontology

Tools

Digital tracking tools

Job description

The Rehabilitation Specialist supports seniors across different levels of frailty by designing, implementing and monitoring personalised care plans within an integrated wellness model. Working alongside a medical coach, fitness coach, and nutritionist, the role ensures seniors receive holistic support in physical, cognitive, and functional wellness. The Specialist plays a key role in delivering safe, evidence-based rehabilitation programmes within the Active Ageing Centre gym and community setting.

Job Description:

a) Personalised Care & Intervention

• Conduct functional assessments (e.g., balance, strength, mobility) to determine seniors’ needs and frailty levels.
• Co-develop personalised care plans with the medical coach, fitness coach and nutritionist.
• Deliver customised rehabilitation sessions targeting strength, balance, mobility, cognitive stimulation, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions in response to seniors’ health status and goals.

b) Programme Delivery & Safety

• Lead or support structured gym-based and group exercise sessions for seniors of varying capabilities.
• Ensure safe use of equipment and adherence to gym protocols.
• Provide education to seniors and caregivers on functional maintenance and fall prevention

c) Digital Tracking & Data Management

• Use digital tools to record assessments, track progress, and generate care insights.
• Monitor development using dashboards, wearable data, and Active Ageing Centre digital systems.
• Ensure accurate documentation for audit, evaluation, and MOH reporting requirements.

d) Research & Quality Improvement

• Collaborate with research teams to pilot, evaluate, and improve care models and rehabilitation protocols.
• Support outcome measurement, data collection and analysis.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects aligned with Active Ageing Centre and organisational goals.

e) Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with the medical coach, fitness coach and nutritionist to ensure integrated, holistic care.
• Attend interdisciplinary meetings to discuss seniors’ progress and care adjustments.
• Support health education activities, workshops, and community outreach.

f) Senior Engagement & Empowerment

• Motivate and guide seniors to adopt sustainable, healthy lifestyle habits.
• Support seniors transitioning towards self-management and independence.
• Promote participation in Active Ageing Centre programmes to enhance social connectedness.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Gerontology or equivalent.
• Preferably registered with AHPC (if holding clinical qualification).
• Experience working with seniors in community, rehabilitation or gym settings is preferred.
• Strong communication skills with ability to engage seniors of diverse backgrounds.
• Comfortable with digital tools, data collection, and basic analytics.
• Passionate about active ageing, rehabilitation and community wellness.