Senior Social Worker

Jamiyah Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Singapore is seeking a Supervisor of Social/Case Workers to lead a dedicated team. In this role, you'll oversee the ethical handling of resident cases, offer guidance to social workers, and ensure effective resource provision for residents in need. Candidates should hold a Graduate Diploma or Degree in social work and possess 3-5 years of relevant experience, paired with strong interpersonal skills. This opportunity offers a supportive work environment and benefits for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical & Leave Benefits

Supportive work environment

Training & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate Diploma / Degree in social work from a recognized university.
• 3 - 5 years of related experience.
• Effective communication skills with the elderly would be an asset.
• Ability to organize and execute programs.
• Good interpersonal skills and work ethics.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that work done by Social/Case Workers complies with ethical standards.
• Supervise Social/Case Workers in counselling and support for residents.
• Plan cases and manage conferencing for residents.
• Conduct needs and risk assessments of residents.
• Lead Social/Case Workers in casework intervention.
• Assist residents in identifying problems and solutions.

Job description

Location: Tampines, Singapore

Job Type:Monday to Friay, Alt. Sat (Half-day)

*Salary will be commensurate with experience.

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.