Training Officer

Bishan Home for the Intellectually Disabled; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishan Home for the Intellectually Disabled in Singapore seeks a dedicated Training Officer to support adults with intellectual disabilities. You will deliver development-focused programs, teaching essential life skills and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for clients.

Responsibilities include implementing training activities, supervising client progress with the psychology team, maintaining records, and managing training materials in a hazards-free setting.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient approach to adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for administrative tasks and report updates.
• Adaptable and proactive in facilitating diverse workshops.
• Team player able to collaborate with therapists, psychologists, families and volunteers.
• Growth mindset with willingness to attend mandated courses.
• Prior experience teaching special needs clients is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Programme Implementation: Conduct engaging skills training programs aligned with scheduled activities (ADL, Community Living, Creative Arts, Hydrotherapy).
• Client Support & Guidance: Supervise and evaluate client performance, manage challenging behaviours with therapy teams.
• Operations & Safety: Track attendance, enforce safety and infection control procedures, respond during emergencies.
• Administration & Records: Maintain ICPs, fall risk assessments, and progress notes.
• Resource Management: Prepare training materials, manage stock, keep training area hazard-free.

Skills

Compassionate & Patient

Microsoft Office

Adaptable & Proactive

Team Player

Growth Mindset

Teaching Special Needs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with special needs? Bishan Home for the Intellectually Disabled is looking for a dedicated and empathetic Training Officer to join us.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in providing developmental support, teaching essential life skills, and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for our clients.

Core Responsibilities

• Programme Implementation: Conduct engaging skills training programs (including ADL, Community Living, Creative Arts, and Hydrotherapy) in alignment with our scheduled activities.
• Client Support & Guidance: Supervise and evaluate client performance while managing challenging behaviours alongside our psychology and behavioural support teams.
• Operations & Safety: Track attendance, strictly enforce safety and infection control procedures, and respond effectively during emergencies.
• Administration & Records: Maintain accurate professional records, including Individual Care Plans (ICPs), fall risk assessments, and progress notes.
• Resource Mangement: Prepare and organize training materials, manage stock inventory, and ensure a clean, hazard-free training environment.

Essential Knowledge & Activity Portfolio

You will be facilitating or assisting in a vibrant mix of specialized sessions, such as:

• Activities of Daily Living (ADL): Independence training in grooming, personal hygiene, and self-care.
• Community Living Skills: Practical training in road safety, money management, simple cooking, and social integration.
• Creative Arts & Technology: Painting, crafting, and digital workshops.
• Nature & Wellness: Outings, garden strolls, and hydroponic/hydro-pool activities.

Requirement

• Compassionate & Patient: A genuine heart for working with adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Computer Literacy: Proficient in basic computer usage, specifically Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) for administrative tasks and report updates.
• Adaptable & Proactive: Ready to facilitate diverse types of workshops and activities.
• Team Player: Ability to collaborate professionally with therapists, psychologists, families, and volunteers.
• Growth Mindset: Willingness to attend mandated courses for skills upgrading and personal wellness.
• Prior Experience: Prior experience in teaching special needs clients is highly advantageous (Good to have).