Social Work Associate (Student Service)

Singapore Children's Society; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization focused on children's welfare is seeking a co-facilitator to support school-based and community-based initiatives aimed at enhancing children's mental health. The role involves planning interventions, engaging stakeholders, and providing administrative support, requiring a Diploma in Social Work and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with children aged 6-13.
• Strong facilitation skills for group work.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation and planning of group interventions.
• Engage stakeholders to create a child-centric environment.
• Provide administrative support and conduct outreach.

Skills

Facilitation skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Research and evaluation

Education

Diploma in Social Work

Job description

Job Description

The co-facilitator will be responsible for supporting school-based and community-based group work focused on promoting children’s mental health and well-being.

Responsibilities include:

1. Supporting the preparation and planning of group interventions, including needs assessments, environmental scans, program logic, and evaluation of outcomes.
2. Compiling our services for schools and community partners, engaging stakeholders to understand their needs, and ensuring service relevancy.
3. Engaging stakeholders as partners to create a child-centric environment supporting well-being.
4. Co-managing cases identified with risks or needs.
5. Assisting in community needs assessment.
6. Providing administrative support, such as drafting agreements, collating consent forms, and liaising with schools and partners.
7. Conducting outreach to promote children’s well-being among children and adults.
8. Supporting coordination and pooling of community resources and services.
9. Supporting risk and needs assessments to ensure clients receive appropriate services.

Requirements

• Diploma in Social Work.
• At least 2 years of experience working with children aged 6-13 and collaborating with partners in group settings.
• Strong facilitation skills for group work.
• Excellent micro skills and understanding of risk management.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of social services and school resources.
• Ability to conduct basic research and evaluations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player attitude.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in creative engagement for social service programs in virtual and face-to-face formats.