Manager, Social Work

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

With a capacity of around 430 beds, Peacehaven provides compassionate, individualized, holistic care to all without discrimination. We offer a comprehensive gamut of services to care for the sick, frail and elderly who have physical or mental disabilities with minimal or no appropriate caregiver support at home.

Peacehaven has also been awarded the bizSAFE level 4 status which affirms our commitment to safety and health standards at the workplace.

The Salvation Army, Singapore - Peacehaven Nursing Home

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Casework Management

• Lead complex case management and psychosocial interventions.
• Provide guidance on high-risk cases and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal care delivery.

2. Team Management

• Oversee and manage the social work team's performance, workload, and case assignments.
• Conduct audits and monitor performance metrics such as case turnaround and documentation quality.
• Provide supervision, mentorship, and professional development to staff, including conducting annual appraisals.
• Approve financial assistance recommendations (e.g., Medifund, subsidy deviation) made by the social workers.
• Foster a supportive, collaborative team environment and ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

3. Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and government agencies to enhance service delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive resident care.

4. Program & Service Development

• Develop, implement, and evaluate social work programs, including group work and counseling services for residents, families, and staff.
• Lead program assessments and monitor staff performance and program outcomes.

5. Professional Development

• Represent the organization at external meetings, conferences, and events.
• Ensure continuous professional development for self and staff by attending industry events, training sessions, and case discussions.

6. Administrative Oversight

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage administrative functions, including staffing schedules, leave approvals, and financial assistance processes.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant supervisory or managerial experience in Social Work
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate, supervise, and develop staff
• Familiarity with relevant regulations, compliance requirements, and financial assistance programs (e.g., Medifund, subsidy deviations)
• An accredited Registered Social Worker by the Social Work Accreditation and Advisory Board

Working Hours

Under normal circumstances the hours of duty will be as follows:

8.00am to 5.15pm (Monday - Friday, 45 minutes lunch break inclusive)

or

8.30am to 5.45pm (Monday Friday, 45 minutes lunch break inclusive)

Working Location

The Salvation Army Peacehaven Nursing Home

9 Upper Changi Road North Singapore 507706