Residential Coach

Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) / Pathlight School; Singapore; On-site; SGD 26,784 - 35,712; Full time

Job summary

Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) offers a Residential Programme with a supported living and training centre. We invite passionate people to join us as Residential Coaches to help residents develop independent living skills within a safe, homely environment.

You will work with a multi-disciplinary team, covering day and night shifts on a roster. Training and supervision support are provided in a values-driven environment focused on autism support.

Qualifications

• GCE O level with 1-2 years of working experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of autism and housekeeping skills.
• Good interpersonal and relational skills.

Responsibilities

• Train and assess residents in daily living skills and routines.
• Maintain household chores and help residents prepare meals.
• Supervise day and night shifts; ensure safety and respond to emergencies.
• Co-develop house rules and foster social interaction within the residence.
• Maintain a safe, homely environment and coordinate repairs as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of autism

Housekeeping skills

Passion for autism support

Education

GCE O level

Job description

Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) or ARC(S) is a non‑profit charity organisation dedicated to serving children and adults on the autism spectrum, to help these individuals lead meaningful and independent lives in society. ARC(S) offers a range of services and resources tailored to meet the growing concerns and needs of the autism community. As part of our continuum of services, we run a Residential Programme coupled with a supported living and training centre, and we invite passionate people to join us in transforming the lives entrusted to us.

Residential Coach Responsibilities

• Support a multi‑disciplinary team in training and assessment of residents by coaching them in Residential Living Skills such as:
  • Maintain household chores, including preparing simple meals
  • Manage their time within the residence and preparing them to go to work
  • Live with others—sharing common spaces, meals, and chores, as well as consideration for one another's needs
• Support residents during day and night shift hours (rotation):
  • Ensure safety and security of residents at all times
  • Respond to emergencies as required
• Provide a safe and homely environment for residents:
  • Co‑develop house rules with the residents
  • Ensure residents are accountable for their household duties
  • Provide opportunities for social interactions and community
• Maintain comfort, safety, and security:
  • Upkeep common areas as residents learn independent household chores
  • Assist and coordinate repairs as required

Qualifications

• Minimum GCE 'O' level with 1‑2 years of working experience
• Knowledge and understanding of autism and skills in housekeeping
• Good interpersonal and relational skills
• Passion to work with individuals on the autism spectrum

Shift roster includes weekends, public holidays, and a three‑day stayover at the residence. We offer an attractive shift pattern of up to 8.5 consecutive days off every three weeks.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to hire.