Senior Social Worker

Montfort Care; Singapore; On-site; SGD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Montfort Care in Singapore seeks a Senior Social Worker to drive client-centered interventions, supervise social workers, and ensure high-risk cases are managed with professional judgment. The role focuses on case planning, staff supervision, and adherence to standards to deliver impactful services.

The candidate should have a social work degree, be a registered social worker, and possess at least four years of practical experience, including crisis intervention and supervision.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work or Degree with Graduate Diploma in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Registered Social Worker with Singapore Association of Social Workers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and approve case assessment and outcome plans, and case closure.
• Provide consultations for assessment of cases with risk issues.
• Support or co-lead review of complex and risk cases in the company.
• Supervise subordinates in the follow through of intervention plans, especially for complex and or risk cases.
• Provide supervision of groupwork and community work through modelling, observations and debrief etc
• Function as a Team Lead or Covering Team Lead in Mental Health Service
• Ensure KPIs will be met within the timeline as per funding agencies' requirement
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by HOD and Supervisor

Skills

Social Work degree

Registered Social Worker

Crisis intervention

People skills

Team leadership

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

About Us

Montfort Care is a vibrant workplace with a supportive culture where collaboration and camaraderie thrive. Our teams are highly cooperative, and colleagues genuinely care for each other. We celebrate diversity and innovation, united by our three core values: Resonance, Ingenuity and Stronger Together.

About Us

Montfort Care is a vibrant workplace with a supportive culture where collaboration and camaraderie thrive. Our teams are highly cooperative, and colleagues genuinely care for each other. We celebrate diversity and innovation, united by our three core values: Resonance, Ingenuity and Stronger Together.
Expect a dynamic and fast‑paced environment, as we are in an exciting phase of growth. Success here requires adaptability, agility, and the ability to navigate complexity. Our people stay with us because they find a strong sense of purpose and community, enjoying the opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives.
We offer a flexible work environment that values the importance of personal and professional growth. With plenty of opportunities for continuous learning and development, Montfort Care is an ideal place for those who want to grow their careers while contributing to meaningful change.
Join us to be part of an amazing team that's dedicated to making a difference and having fun while doing that!

Job Description

The Senior Social Worker (SSW) is responsible for facilitating change and improving the lives of individuals, families, community facing transitional challenges through the provision of direct services. SSW will act professionally and be accountable to both the client and the organization to ensure that intervention plans are developed and implemented based on professional judgment and knowledge. Furthermore, SSW will supervise social workers and case workers to ensure that services are delivered in accordance with organizational standards. SSW will also be in responsible for handling high-risk client cases.

Responsibilities / Major Activities

• Supervise and approve case assessment and outcome plans, and case closure
• Provide consultations for assessment of cases with risk issues
• Support or co-lead review of complex and risk cases in the company
• Supervise subordinates in the follow through of intervention plans, especially for complex and or risk cases
• Provide supervision of groupwork and community work through modelling, observations and debrief etc
• Function as a Team Lead or Covering Team Lead in Mental Health Service
• Ensure KPIs will be met within the timeline as per funding agencies' requirement
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by HOD and Supervisor
  

Qualification & Skills

• Possess Degree in Social Work or Degree with a Graduate Diploma in Social Work from an accredited institution
• Accredited as Registered Social Worker with Singapore Association of Social Workers.
• At least 4 years or more working experience as a Social Worker.
• At least 2 years' experience in managing crisis intervention and supervising the junior social workers.
• Familiar with events or programmes design, planning and implementation.
• Working knowledge of social service practices.
• Able to lead and guide the team members.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• People-oriented, good interpersonal and relation building skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical ability & problem-solving skills to analyse information quickly and accurately, formulate decisions and make recommendations.
• Attention to detail and committed to con dentiality.