About KidsFirst
KidsFirst is an Early Intervention School, Occupational Therapy, and Speech and Language Therapy clinic for children. Our centre works with children with special needs (Autism, Global Developmental Delay, Down Syndrome, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), genetic disorders, and Cerebral Palsy, etc). We deliver an intensive therapy-based program and also provide 1-1 therapy services.
KidsFirst serves a mixed population of international and Singaporean clients, with KidsFirst being listed as one of the preferred Early Intervention Centres by KK Women's and Children's Hospital and National University Hospital (NUH) - Singapore.
We are located at 8 Hong Kong Street, Singapore 059651.
Our brand-new facility houses five state of the art Occupational Therapy Gyms, five Speech Therapy Rooms and two levels for the Early Intervention classrooms. Conveniently located to shopping malls and food spaces like Clarke Quay Central, Chinatown Point, Riverside Point and Hong Lim Market & Food Centre.
Our Benefits
- Competitive Remuneration
- Performance Bonus and Increments
- Medical Insurance Coverage
- In-House Career Development and external training
- An international and diverse work atmosphere
- Central Location in Singapore
Requirements
- Must have at least a professional Diploma/ Certificate (but Bachelor's degree is preferred) in Education, Special Education, Counselling, Psychology, or related field.
- Must have BCBA Certification.
- Team-oriented.
- Excellent knowledge of Behavioral strategies and related experience.
- Professional experience working with children with developmental delays and behavioral challenges.
- Preferred: Early Denver Start Model Training / RBT Certification.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a team.
Job Description
- Maintain close relationships and communication with all stakeholders of the classroom/ school.
- Develop and supervise ABA programs.
- Provide 1:1 and small group sessions.
- Manage student behaviours in classroom.
- Develop and implement therapy protocols. Ensure holistic student welfare. Maintain case notes and report progress.
- Work with teachers to support the student's needs in their classrooms.
- Carry out special duties (e.g., outdoor recreation area monitor, extra-curricular activities, holiday camps, school fairs, open houses).
- Mentor/support Teachers in the behavioural management realm.
- Modify lessons according to each child’s ability level.
- Be knowledgeable on professional techniques and best practices in special education.
- Adhere to organization’s SOPs.
- Complete respective administrative duties (e.g., maintaining the communication booklet, attendance-record keeping, etc.).
- Maintain, adhere to and be up to date with Edu trust processes and systems.
