Senior Social Worker

Muslim Missionary Society, Singapore, The; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care organization in Singapore is seeking a qualified individual to supervise a team of social case workers. This role requires overseeing the ethical standards of operations, guiding community resource partnerships, and conducting needs assessments. Candidates should hold a Degree in Social Work and possess 3-5 years of related experience. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a commitment to community service.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical & Leave Benefits

Supportive work environment

Training & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of related experience in social work.
• Willingness to learn new skills, especially around the elderly population.
• Good work ethics and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise case workers' compliance with ethical standards.
• Lead case conferencing and needs assessments for residents.
• Guide social workers in community resource partnerships.
• Ensure individual support plans meet residents' financial and care needs.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate Diploma / Degree in Social Work

Job description

Location: Tampines, Singapore

Job Type: Monday to Friday, Alt Sat Half-day

Be a Vital Part of Our Support Team at Jamiyah Singapore.

Join Our Mission to serve the community, grounded in Islamic values and compassion.

Why Join Jamiyah Singapore?

• Purpose with Impact: Be part of a team that directly supports the community.
• Inclusive and Supportive Culture: Work in a multicultural environment where respect, teamwork, and support are core values.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that work done by Social/Case Workers are in accordance to code of ethics under (SASW) and guidelines and standards under (MSF).
• Supervises the Social/Case Workers work done on individual and family counselling and support for residents.
• To enhance and ensure that Social/Case Workers discuss long-term care issues with the resident and family.
• To plan and manage case conferencing for residents.
• To check on Social/Case Workers conducting needs and risk assessment of each resident as well as reviews periodically using CANS assessment.
• To ensure that Social/Case Workers provide supervised counselling services including helping residents to identify problems and possible solutions.
• Collate the needs of Social/Case Workers in providing resolution and referral services for residents who require specialized psychological follow-up.
• To lead the Social/Case Workers in completing Review Committee 3 and 6 reports, progress reports and ECRM reports.
• To guide the Social/Case Workers in partnering with appropriate community resources to develop ways to meet identified needs.
• To lead Social/Case Workers in conducting needs assessments (i.e. residential placement, finance, safety).
• Ensuring that Social/Case Workers assist residents with attaining resources that fit their needs including the provision of financial assistance when required.
• To check on Social/Case Workers planning and implementing appropriate interventions.
• To lead Social/Case workers in conducting financial assessments and maintain all relevant records pertaining to casework intervention with residents and their families.
• Any other work assigned by Head of Home.

Requirements

• Graduate Diploma / Degree in the field of social work.from a recognized university.
• 3 - 5 years of related experience.
• Willingness to learn new skills and effective communication skills with the elderly would be an asset.
• A team player and able to organize and execute programs.
• Possesses good attitude with good interpersonal skills.
• Good work ethics, organized and punctual with strict adherence to Home and Jamiyah policies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical & Leave Benefit.
• Supportive and conducive work environment.
• Training & Development opportunities.
• Unlimited opportunities to develop and harness your skills across multi-verticals.
• Being part of a noble organization with a strong heritage in community care.