Responsibilities
Care Planning & Case Management
Attend to pre-admission referrals and draw out Individualized Care Plans (ICPs and Needs Assessments for necessary intervention upon admission
Schedule regular interactions i.e. visitation within families, siblings, or/and extended family members (or/and other caregivers)
Make regular home visits with families or meetings with external/community resources i.e. schools, SSAs, the healthcare sector in gathering insights and recent developments/updates
Work with families to equip them with the necessary skills and assistance to be able to manage and provide adequate care for their children (i.e. financial/legal assistance, job training/placement, parenting classes, substance abuse/mental health treatment etc.)
Collaborate with various community partners in maintaining and reinstating familial ties for reintegration or/and preparation for self-efficacy in preparing for discharge
Identify community-based support resources and ensure appropriate planning for independent living
Assist with transitional placement of the children in securing other permanent/alternative care options
Make referrals and introductions to other social service agencies for relevant services & programmes for both the children and families
Offer information and support children and their families
Counselling
Address the development, emotional and mental needs of the children in providing quality care for the children in residence
Provide counselling to the children and initiate/coordinate support linkages for the children with internal/in-house programmes or/and external agencies including schools, mental health facilities, private practice etc
Provide counselling to family members in fostering family bonds and restoring relationships
Administration
Maintain accurate records and prepare social reports (pre-admission, case review/summary, care plans, discharge etc) as required
Maintain computerized records of admission, discharge and case review of all children
Ensure case file documents and recordings are kept up to date
Prepare and submit monthly statistical reports to MSF and other relevant agencies
Assist in the development of the Casework Management System
Other Duties
To perform any other duties assigned by the Home Manager or Executive Director
Candidate Requirements
Degree in Social Work / Psychology / Counselling
At least 2 years of casework and counselling experience
Good care management and counselling skills
Certified in doing mandatory counselling cases will be an advantage
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Meticulous and a team player
Possess a responsible and caring attitude
Our Benefits:
Meals and Refreshments
: All employees may take meals and refreshments served by kitchens.
Healthcare
: Medical and Dental Coverage
Time Off
: Paid leave, including Vacation, Medical, Marriage and Birthday Leave
Learning Opportunities
: Access training and development programs to boost your skills and career.
Team Fun
: Join in on yearly retreats and monthly team bonding activities.
Ang Hoe Keong | EA Personnel Registration No.: R1106345
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