Therapy Aide

MINDSG LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is looking for a Therapy Aide (OT/PT) to assist in client care, support therapy programs, and maintain documentation for persons with intellectual disabilities. The role requires a diploma in therapy services and a commitment to enhancing clients' quality of life through effective support and care.

Qualifications

• Diploma in therapy services or equivalent is a must.
• WSQ Certificate in Healthcare Support / NITEC in Therapy Services preferred.
• Preferably 1-year relevant experience, working with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting therapy sessions for residents under supervision.
• Ensure proper documentation of residents' conditions and therapies.
• Provide assistance in personal care and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Client Care

Documentation

Communication

Supervision

Education

Diploma in therapy services or equivalent

WSQ Certificate in Healthcare Support (Nursing Care)

NITEC in Therapy Services or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.

Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 850 staff. With a focus on expanding community-based services, improving employability of PWIDs, strengthening education, and fostering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs' lifespan.

These include schools, employment and training centres, home-based care services, and community-based services to address the physical, psychological, environmental, and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

Position: Therapy Aide (OT/PT)

Responsibilities

1. Provide client care and support therapy programs:

• Assist Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Psychologists in conducting therapy sessions for residents (individual and group) under supervision.

• Assist in assessing residents by providing feedback on their performance to the therapist.

• Prepare residents, environment, and equipment for assessments or therapy sessions.

• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of residents' conditions, progress, and care therapies.

• Maintain up-to-date records of residents' attendance and progress notes on their performance and status daily.

• Provide supervision or assistance to residents during mealtimes.

• Assist residents with personal care activities such as toileting, bathing, dressing, and grooming, ensuring good hygiene at all times if necessary.

Maintain order, safety, and cleanliness of the care environment

• Keep therapy areas and workplaces clean and safe.

• Perform daily cleaning of resource materials and therapy rooms, with thorough cleaning once a month.

• Ensure therapy equipment is maintained in a clean and functional condition.

• Develop teaching materials as assigned by the therapist.

Manage care operations

• Contribute to operational review meetings.

• Participate in case management for residents.

• Collaborate with other staff (e.g., nursing aides, PT trainers, OT trainers) in the daily routines of residents (e.g., physical exercises and feeding).

Stakeholder engagement

• Assist in liaising with professionals, nursing teams, volunteers, hospitals, and other stakeholders involved in residents' care.

• Provide insights on client needs to aid in care plan development with professionals and stakeholders.

• Maintain and update documentation for MSF licensing.

• Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by your Reporting Officer.

Qualifications

• Diploma in therapy services or equivalent.

• WSQ Certificate in Healthcare Support (Nursing Care) / NITEC in Therapy Services or equivalent.

Other Information

• Preferably 1-year relevant experience.

• Computer literacy in MS Word and PowerPoint.

• Experience working with individuals with autism, intellectual, and/or developmental disabilities is preferred.