Training Officer (Living Skills)

SPD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Singapore seeks a full-time Training Officer to support Senior Training Officers in providing life and work skills training for individuals with disabilities. You'll assist in personal care, develop training materials, and implement Individual Training Plans (ITP) while promoting independence. Ideal candidates should have relevant educational qualifications and experience in special education or similar fields. This entry-level position offers a chance to make a significant impact on the well-being of trainees.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of experience in working with persons with disabilities.
• Relevant experience in Special Education or Social/Community Services.
• Strong interest in life and vocational skills training.

Responsibilities

• Assist trainees in self-care and hygiene tasks.
• Develop therapeutic and training materials for training.
• Implement Individual Training Plans (ITP) for trainees.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Communication skills

Patient and positive attitude

Education

Minimum 'O' level/ 'A' level/ITE certification

Job description

Training Officer (Living Skills)

Full Time, Singapore

Support Senior Training Officers in the provision of life and work skills training for trainees in programme. Support the team to achieve improvement in trainees’ independence, work skills and overall wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Assist trainees in performing areas of self-care such as feeding, grooming and toileting including diaper changing and maintaining good standards of hygiene.
• Plan and coordinate the development of therapeutic and training materials for the trainees using a pro‑active, collaborative, creative and person‑centred approach. Activities include independent daily living, communication and language, social/emotional, community living, social and recreational, and vocational training. Identify trainees that display potential skills for open employment.
• Assist trainees in developing interventions and managing challenging behaviours with Senior Training Officer, Learning Coach, therapist and Psychologist.
• Assist in development and implementation of Individual Training Plans (ITP).
• Maintain and update ITP, training and assessment records of trainees.
• Carry out regular review and updates to caregivers on care needs and applying their training to trainees’ home setting.
• Ensure that centre’s rules pertaining to trainees’ safety, well‑being, work hazards and prescribed training procedures are adhered to.
• Carry out proper and regular housekeeping of training space and facilities.
• Document the trainees’ progress and daily activities and attendance area recorded.
• Assist in conducting work process analysis and propose process modification or redesign to continually improve trainees’ vocational skills, productivity and efficiency.
• Report to Manager on any accident or other incidents during the course of training or carrying out work tasks in Day Activity Centre.
• Other duties as and when necessary.

Requirements

• Minimum "O" level/ "A" level/ITE certification, preferably with at least 1‑2 years of experience in working with persons with disabilities.
• Relevant experience in Special Education or Social/Community Services with exposure to youths/adults with disabilities.
• Relevant experience in vocational training and coaching is an added advantage.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and an understanding of social inclusion and the values associated with promoting independence.
• Patient, positive and passionate about working with adults with disabilities.
• Strong commitment of care toward adults with disabilities and a positive mindset towards their development and growth.
• Strong interest and experience in life and vocational skills training and/or coaching for adults with disabilities.
• A self‑motivated team player, adaptable and able to multi‑task.
• Good communication and people management skills as well as technical ability.
• Meticulous and strong observational skills.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Non‑profit Organizations