Senior Social Worker

Metta Welfare Association; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community welfare organization in Singapore is seeking a Senior Social Worker to empower students with autism spectrum disorder. The role involves implementing interventions, working closely with families, and collaborating with professionals to enhance educational support. Applicants should have a degree in Social Work, a minimum of 5 years' relevant experience, and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community and requires a passion for improving well-being for children with special needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in social work.
• 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Registered Social Worker accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Implement interventions addressing social, financial, and emotional concerns.
• Work with parents to enhance relationships with children.
• Collaborate with teachers and health professionals.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Degree in Social Work

Graduate Diploma in Social Work

Job description

Shape Futures, Transform Lives

Join Maitri School's dedicated team of educators empowering students with autism spectrum disorder to reach their full potential. As Singapore embraces inclusive education, your expertise will make a meaningful difference right here in our community.

Your Role as a Senior Social Worker

• Implement interventions and programmes which address the social, financial, emotional andbehavioural concerns of students and their familymembers, taking into consideration their mental andphysical well-being. This could take the form ofindividual or groupsessions.

• Work with parents and caregivers, equipping andempowering them through information and educationto build a better relationship with their child and the school.

• Collaborate with teachers, other allied health professionals and external agencies to create a better environment to support student’s learning.

• Guide multi-disciplinary teams to implement and evaluate casework and group work and organises strategic community development initiatives, programmes and research.

• Evaluate progress and effectiveness of group work interventions across the organisation.

• Lead development of specific programmes targeted at service gaps and service delivery issues.

• Supervise and mentor social workers, providing support to their professional development.

• Perform other duties assigned by the Reporting Officer.

Requirements

1. Degree in Social Work or Graduate Diploma in Social Work from recognized educational institutions.

2. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience and 3 years of supervisory experience.

3. Accredited as Registered Social Worker with Singapore Association of Social Workers

4. Passionate about improving the well-being of children with special needs.

5. Collaborative mindset with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Location: 95 Jalan Eunos Singapore 419529

We regret that only short-listed applicants will be notified for an interview.