Senior Social Worker (Child Protection)

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social services firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced social worker to conduct group and individual casework, develop community programs, and support staff development. The ideal candidate holds a Degree in Social Work with a minimum of 5 years of experience and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills. This role aims to foster professional relationships and improve program effectiveness in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant social work experience.
• Registration with a relevant professional social work body is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and evaluate group work sessions and individual casework.
• Develop, implement, and monitor community programs.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients.
• Support staff development and organize crisis management efforts.
• Identify service gaps and contribute to program evaluation.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Effective problem-solving

Education

Degree in Social Work or Graduate Diploma in Social Work

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Conduct and evaluate group work sessions and individual casework, including intake assessments and care plan implementation.
• Develop, implement, and monitor community programs and interventions, assessing their effectiveness.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support staff development, organize crisis management efforts, and ensure adherence to evidence‑based practices.
• Identify service gaps and contribute to program development and evaluation.

Requirements:

• Degree in Social Work, or a degree with a Graduate Diploma in Social Work from a recognized institution.
• At least 5 years of relevant social work experience.
• Registration with the relevant professional social work body is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a people‑focused approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Analytical thinker with effective problem‑solving skills.