Social Work Associate (DS-LS)

THYE HUA KWAN MORAL CHARITIES LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused charity organization in Singapore is looking for a Social Worker to conduct case management and facilitate meetings with parents to assess child needs. The ideal candidate should have at least a diploma in social work, along with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include holistic assessments, documentation, and collaboration with community resources. Strong administrative, interpersonal, and adaptability skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience working with families and children preferred.
• Understanding of diverse cultures and races is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct social work parents meetings to share assessment outcomes.
• Facilitate parents' understanding of programme and child needs.
• Engage parents and conduct holistic assessments.
• Complete documentation for professionals working with the child.
• Prepare reports for governing agencies and collate information.

Skills

Good people skills

Meticulous and good administrative skills

Ability to work independently

Adaptability to changes

Team player

Education

Minimum Diploma in Social Work

Candidates undergoing Degree/Post Graduate Qualifications in Social Work

Job description

Reports to the Senior Social Worker, HOD (Social Work), and/or DS-LS Programme Manager.

Role:

1. Case Management

• Conduct social work-parents meeting to share assessment outcomes of child and recommendations/next steps required

• Facilitate parents’ understanding of programme and needs of child

• Establish rapport, engage parents and conduct holistic bio-psycho-social assessment of child’s and family’s needs, risks and strengths

• Evaluate and identify areas for follow up (e.g. referral to internal/external resources)

1. Documentation and administrative tasks

• Participate in Case Filter Meetings, take notes and maintain good record keeping

• Complete documentation (e.g. case notes) accurately and promptly for other professionals who are working with child

• Maintain accurate records, prepare reports for governing agencies, collate information and submit government means-test applications

1. Collaborative Partnerships/Community Network

• Demonstrate knowledge of available community resources

• Engage and work collaboratively with various community agencies (e.g Family Service Centres, Social Services Offices or other agencies) to ensure holistic case management for the child and family.

Qualification

• Minimum Diploma in Social Work

• 1 to 3 years of experience working with families and children preferred

• Candidates undergoing Degree/Post Graduate Qualifications in Social Work are welcomed to apply

Other Information

• Meticulous and have good administrative skills

• Adaptable to changes

• Team player

• Good people skills

• Able to work independently

• Have some understanding of the diverse cultures and races

• Has patience and commitment in the education of & nurturing young children and empowering the families

• Keen to develop professionally

• Traveling between centres may be required

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