Social Worker (Pioneer)

THYE HUA KWAN MORAL CHARITIES LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social services is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Early Intervention for Children (EIC) Services. This role focuses on equipping children with essential skills through structured classes and support services. The ideal candidate will conduct thorough assessments, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and advocate for children and families. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of families and children, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree or Post Graduate Qualifications in Social Work from recognized institutions.
• 2 to 3 years of experience working with families and children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments and develop case plans.
• Organise and manage support packages for children and families.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for governing agencies.

Skills

Client Assessment

Counseling

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Record Keeping

Education

Degree in Social Work

Post Graduate Qualifications in Social Work

Job description

The Early Intervention for Children (EIC) Services helps equip children with motor, communication, social, self-help, and cognitive skills. THK EIC involves structuring classes around small groups encompassing early childhood special education, social work, and therapy support services to stimulate their adaptive functioning and school readiness skills.

Reports to: Head of Social Work Department / Assistant Director

Supervised by: Senior Social Worker / Head of Department

Interrelationships: Social Work Associate/Assistants, professional colleagues, clients, and families

Role:

Conducts comprehensive client assessments to collect functional, environmental, bio-psycho-social, financial, employment, housing, and educational information as appropriate to develop a comprehensive case plan. The Social Worker maintains professional relationships with service users, acting as a guide, support, advocator, and intermediary.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

1. Undertake and write up assessments (reviewed by the Senior Social Worker) that meet specified standards and timescales;
2. Conduct interviews with service users and their families to assess and review their situation;
3. Offer information and counselling support to service users' families;
4. Organise and manage packages of support to enable children and their families to lead the fullest lives possible;
5. Recommend and sometimes make decisions about the best course of action for a particular child and their family;
6. Liaise with and make referrals to other agencies;
7. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings;
8. Maintain accurate records, update records, and prepare reports for reporting to governing agencies and government means-testing applications;
9. Participate in internal and external training, supervision, and team activities.

Qualifications

- Minimum Degree or Post Graduate Qualifications in Social Work from recognized institutions

Other Information

- 2 to 3 years of experience working with families and children preferred