Social Worker (Restorative Care Department – Addictions Counselling)

Fei Yue; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social service organization in Singapore is looking for a Social Worker in the Restorative Care Department to support individuals affected by addiction. The role includes providing counselling services, conducting assessments, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in Social Work, experience with offenders, and strong communication skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with a dedicated team

Platform to grow skills

Collaborative and supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum a degree in Social Work or related field.
• Experience with offenders and ex-offenders.
• Certification in Substance Addiction Counselling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and case work support for clients.
• Conduct risk assessments and intervention planning.
• Deliver individual and group counselling sessions.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Written communication skills

Ability to work with diverse families

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Social Work or Graduate Diploma in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Social Worker (Restorative Care Department – Addictions Counselling)

Sep 5, 2025

Job Category: Social Worker

Job Type: Contract Full Time

Job Location: Simei West of Singapore

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals affected by addiction? Do you have the empathy and determination to help others transform their lives? If so, we want you to join our team at the Restorative Care Department (RCD).

At RCD, we are dedicated to delivering timely social interventions that address the root causes and reduce re-offending. Our mission is to promote rehabilitation and life transformation through our programmes and services. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by addiction.

Responsibilities

• You will provide vital counselling and case work support for clients dealing with addiction issues and their family members who are impacted by addiction. You will coordinate with authorities and community partners to ensure that clients receive the resources and services they need to succeed.
• You will provide information and referral services for offenders, ex-offenders, and their next of kin on addiction issues.
• You will conduct risk assessment, social investigation, case formulation, and intervention planning as part of the counselling and case management service.
• You will deliver face-to-face individual and group counselling, as well as workshops for offenders, ex-offenders, and their next of kin on addiction issues.
• Your will prepare and submit reports and case recordings in a timely manner.
• You will coordinate and liaise with stakeholders to ensure all related matters are followed up and resolved.

Requirements

• Minimum a degree in Social Work or Degree with a Graduate Diploma in Social Work from an accredited institution
• Possessat at least two (2) yearsof experience working with offenders and ex-offenders will be an advantage.
• Certified Substance Addiction Counsellor (CSAC) with Association of Professional Addiction Counsellor (APSAC) or those trained in Motivational interviewing and/or Windows on Addiction will be given priority.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills in English and one other local language and maturity to work with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• This position is on a 1-year contract basis.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work with a dedicated team.
• A platform to grow your skills.
• A collaborative and supportive work culture.

Join our team to effect life transformation!

Download the application form and send in your resume with your academic Certificates and Transcripts.

Note: only shortlisted candidates will be notified.