Social Work Assistant (IPAC)

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The Children and Youth Group (CYG) in The Salvation Army Singapore serves hundreds of vulnerable children and youth yearly. In line with our vision to provide a continuum of care to uplift those in need, our services span from preventive services, foster care and residential services to reunification support services for vulnerable children returning to their natural families after being removed due to safety concerns. We believe that every child is precious and unique and children grow best in families. We also believe in the potential of every child and family to transform and thrive.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to caring for children and youths, Children and Youth Group - Gracehaven also runs an Interim Placement and Assessment Centre (IPAC) in the residential home. This temporary care environment will allow children under child protection to be in a safe place while assessment into their needs are undertaken to facilitate their placement in the most appropriate care environment.As an Social Work Assistant in IPAC, you shall work hand-in-hand with the Social Workers to care for children and youth at risk.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow up on enquiries.
• Arrange access/visits for appointments with clients.
• Ensure administrative upkeep of documents
• Arrange and prepare documents and cases for Review
• Follow up on social worker's assessment and investigation
• Collate information for Social Worker
• Support admission proceedings
• Support clients and follow up on enquiries
• Report writing and meeting recording
• Keep abreast with changes in statutory and centre requirements
• Coordinate with care giving professionals.
• Undertake any other duties as and when required and in consistent with the position

• Diploma from a recognised institution, Diploma in Social Services preferred

Job Requirements

• Keen to work in children and youth sector
• A good communicator
• Work in collaboration with the team

Working Hours

Is a 5-day work week and the total work hours is 44 hours per week.

9 am to 6 pm - Monday to Friday (inclusive 1 hour lunch break)

Work Location

The Salvation Army Gracehaven Children's Home

Address: 3 Lorong Napiri Singapore 547528