Social Worker

APSN EDUCATION SERVICES LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social services organization located in Singapore is seeking a dedicated social worker responsible for family and individual counselling, case management, and facilitating group activities. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Social Work, be registered with SASW, and have at least 2 years of relevant experience. Skills in crisis management and communication with diverse backgrounds, particularly in local dialects, are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Registered with Singapore Association of Social Worker (SASW) Accreditation Board.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with persons with mild intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform casework and deliver intervention and care plans.
• Develop and facilitate group work for clients.
• Engage with community agencies for client support.
• Conduct family interviews and financial assessments.
• Manage crises to ensure client safety.

Skills

Family counselling

Group facilitation

Crisis management

Communication in local dialects

Education

Degree or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work

Job description

Job Purpose

You shall be responsible for family/individual counselling, group work, assessment and recommendations for financial assistance and case management. Conduct casework and manage case consultations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform casework, delivery intervention and care plan
• Develop and facilitate group work
• Engage and work with the community agencies
• Conduct family interview and financial assessment
• Manage crisis and ensure client safe organisation
• Conduct training to staff and stakeholders
• Participate in professional courses to acquire specialised knowledge and skills
• Perform administrative duties

Job Requirements

• Degree and/ or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work or equivalent from recognised universities.
• Must be registered with Singapore Association of Social Worker (SASW) Accreditation Board.
• Possess minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Possess experience working with persons with mild intellectual disabilities (MID).
• Patient, team player and able to co-create new content tailored for students/trainees with MID.
• Passionate, well organised, able to independently.
• Able to communicate with students, trainees, caregivers and associates of different culture/ backgrounds, preferably conversant in major local dialects (in order to provide consultation to local dialects speaking teachers, parents and students.)