Are you passionate about working with children and families in need? The SSF-R team is looking for suitable social workers to provide intensive family reunification services to reunite children and young persons (CYP) in out-of-home care with their families. The services we provide are strengths-based, child-centric and family-focused. The SSF-R professional must be able to work independently and proficiently to safeguard and promote the safety and well-being needs of CYP. In order to serve these families best, a demonstrated willingness to work with a flexible schedule (i.e. evenings and weekends) will be vital. Join the SSF-R team today!
Job Scope
1. Assessment
Assess the suitability of reunification for CYP in out-of-home care
Assess needs and strengths of family and areas of intervention to provide safe care
Assess child safety and well-being on an ongoing basis
2. Strengthening (Familial) Relationships
Collaborate with CYP, families and networks to develop a viable reunification plan
Facilitate and evaluate contact between CYP and families
3. In-Family Coaching and Support
Provide in-home coaching and/or therapeutic interventions to support carers in meeting the safety and well-being needs of CYP
Develop and review safety plans with CYP, families and their networks
Collaborate with families, their networks and community partners to ensure that safety and well-being needs of CYP will be met in the long term, and reunification with the family will be sustained and permanent
4. System intervention
Address system barriers that prevents CYP from returning home (e.g. child care arrangements, housing, etc)
Job Requirements
Degree in Social Work
At least 2 years of relevant casework experience working with children, young persons and families; prior experience in reunification work with children and young persons in need of care and protection preferred
Willing to work on a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Able to respond to crisis situations promptly, when needed
Committed to ensuring child safety and promoting child well-being
Willing to provide home-based intervention
Additional Qualities Suitable for Job Fit
Strengths based in practice orientation
Not biased against birth families
Able to manage high-risk and complex cases independently
Able to effectively contribute as a team member to enhance the team’s professional development and service delivery
Strong ability to collaborate with systems, e.g. birth families, community agencies and other stakeholders
Cross-culturally competent
Adaptable and takes initiative
Insightful and reflective
Able to use humour and be playful
About Singapore Children’s Society
Singapore Children’s Society protects and nurtures children and youth of all races and religions. In 2025, the Society reached out to 22,333 children, youth and families in need. Established in 1952, its services have evolved to meet the changing needs of children.
Today, Children’s Society operates more than 10 service centres islandwide, offering services in the four categories of: Vulnerable Children and Youth, Children and Youth Services, Family Services, and Research and Advocacy.
Our Patron-in-Chief is President Tharman Shanmugaratnam.
Our
Mission
We champion the wellbeing of children and youth by shifting mindsets and creating lasting change
Our
Vision
A future where every child and youth enjoys a safe and happy childhood and flourishes in strong families and caring communities
Our
Core Values
Compassion and Caring, Commitment, Professionalism, Integrity, and Openness to Change