Senior/Social Worker (CI) - Hybrid Arrangement

DEMENTIA SINGAPORE LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established organization in Singapore is looking for a dedicated Social Worker specializing in dementia care. The role involves comprehensive case management, providing support to clients and their families, and facilitating various programs. Candidates should hold a degree in Social Work and have experience working with dementia or mental health populations. Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals affected by dementia.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work and registered as an Accredited Social Worker.
• Experience working in dementia care, geriatrics or mental health settings preferred.
• Keenness in doing case management work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct case management and behavioral care for persons with dementia.
• Keep appropriate written records and produce reports.
• Organise and facilitate activities for carers and persons with dementia.

Skills

Team player

Attention to details

Confidentiality

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Full spectrum of case management from intake assessment interviews to follow-up with discharged clients.
• Conduct case management and behavioral care for person with dementia and their carers.
• Provide casework support that includes but not limited to duties like information and referrals, liaising with external agencies, case recordings.
• Liaise with other colleagues within social services and with professionals in hospitals/agencies/organization to commission appropriate services to facilitate agreed plans for persons with dementia and their carers.
• Keep appropriate written records and produce reports, as required, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures: Database administration, Data entry for statistical compilation and filing.
• Prepare reports, attend and participate in Case Conferences, Planning and Review meetings as required.
• Conduct and facilitate group sessions for persons with dementia and the carers.
• Organise and facilitate activities for carers and or persons with dementia.
• Perform necessary administrative tasks required for funding purposes.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Social Work and registered as an Accredited Social Worker.
• Keenness in doing case management work with persons with dementia and caregivers.
• Team player and able to work as a group.
• Attention to details and able to deal with sensitive and confidential information.
• Experience working in dementia care, geriatrics or mental health settings preferred.