Temp Lifeskills Coach (TOUCH Ubi Hostel) - Till Apr/May 2026

TOUCH COMMUNITY SERVICES LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization in Singapore is seeking a Lifeskills Coach responsible for implementing programs to support clients with special needs. This role includes planning training curricula and mentoring trainees to prepare them for independent living and employment. The ideal candidate holds a diploma or degree, has training in special education, and possesses a passion for working with individuals with special needs. This temporary position requires shift work and is expected to last until April/May 2026.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience working with persons with special needs.
• Passionate and dedicated to work with people with special needs.
• Ability to conduct training and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop training curriculum for trainees.
• Conduct exercise and life skills activities.
• Support trainees in open employment readiness.

Skills

Special Education or Disability Studies training

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Education

Diploma or Degree

Job description

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for the role of Lifeskills Coach that encompasses implementing holistic services and programmes that will benefit and make an impact to the needs of clients under TUH and Special Needs Group.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities

A. Planning, Development and Implementation of Training and Open Employment Programmes

• Be a part of the team for planning and development of training curriculum.
• Assess and develop Individual Care Plans with Social Worker.
• Deliver lesson plans and mentor trainees in Daily Living Skills (DLS), Personal Social Skills (PSS) and Occupational Guidance Programme (OGP), employing creative and innovative efforts to stimulate trainees' intersts and to enhance their knowledge and skills.
• Conduct exercise, health‑related and life skills activities to prepare trainees for independent living and open employment.
• Monitor and document trainee progress regularly.
• Promote character development and enrichment of trainees through sports, arts, and community involvement.
• Maintain regular communication with families and Social Worker / Manager regarding trainee welfare and progress.
• Ensure safety, discipline and hygiene of trainees at all times at the Hostel.

B. Open Employment

• Support Senior Lifeskills Coach in preparing trainees for open employment by identifying potential trainees and train them in relevant industry skills.
• Keep tab of market trends and liaise with potential employers when needed.

C. Other Responsibilities

• In-House Project: Use Work project as a platform to build trainees' work attitudes, teamwork and behaviour management through training and mentoring.
• Weekend Programme: Plan and support weekend programmes and Continuous Support Programme (CSP) events if needed.
• Administrative: Ensure that training records are accurate and up-to-date.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree holder
• Preferably with Special Education or Disability Studies trained with 1‑2 years of experience working with persons with special needs.
• Basic skill in MS Excel, MS Doc. Intermediate skill in MS presentation.
• Passionate and dedicated to work with people with special needs.
• This role is a temporary position, from immediate to April/May 2026.
• This role is on shift work (Day Shift – 9am to 6pm | Night Shift – 1pm to 10pm).