Senior Medical Social Worker — Lead Patient & Family Support

Ren Ci Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a qualified Social Worker to provide medical social services to patients and families dealing with social and psychological challenges. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Social Work, have SASW accreditation, and possess strong skills in social casework and counselling. Responsibilities include supervising junior staff and organizing support programmes. This position requires a minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Postgraduate Certificate in Social Work required.
• Practising Social Worker Accreditation by SASW necessary.
• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical social service to patients and families.
• Provide social work based intervention and emotional support.
• Supervise junior social workers and undergraduates.

Skills

Social casework intervention skills

Counselling abilities

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mentoring skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Postgraduate Certificate in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a qualified Social Worker to provide medical social services to patients and families dealing with social and psychological challenges. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Social Work, have SASW accreditation, and possess strong skills in social casework and counselling. Responsibilities include supervising junior staff and organizing support programmes. This position requires a minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills.