Total 8 job vacancies by Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore

Responsibilities

• Plan, support and implement approved programmes and services of the DAC.
• Ensure that DAC rules pertaining to personal safety, work hazards and prescribed training procedures are adhered to by staff and clients.
• Maintain and develop proper system of administration of client’s ICP; attendance and training programme records; and other administrative records in accordance to the Programme Evaluation System / Best Practice Guidelines.
• Ensure the welfare of clients, referring any inappropriate client behaviour or welfare needs to the appropriate professional service for intervention.
• Liaise with parents/guardians of clients pertaining to the clients’ management.
• Ensure that volunteers are working towards the organizational interest, objectives and goals.
• Maintain good public relations and uphold the image of the Association.
• Work as a team and participate positively and actively to ensure quality service delivery that is in line with the mission, goals and objectives of the Association.

Requirements

• Have relevant Diploma or ‘A’ Level.
• Have good organization skills.
• Have a compassionate and patient personality.
• Certified training in Social Services or Disability Studies is an added advantage.
• Experience in working with persons with special needs is an added advantage.
• A Heart to serve in the special needs sector

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

OVERVIEW

The role of a driver in DAC is to provide safe driving and high standard of safety and care for staff and clients. The driver is also required to assist the DAC’s general office in documents despatch services, logistical transportation and other general works support.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Transport Assignments which includes:

a) Co-ordinate with the DAC general office on transportation assignments on a daily/weekly basis and carry out the assignments by driving assigned vehicle(s);

b) Inform the DAC general office immediately if any of the transportation assignment(s) cannot be carried out;

c) Responsible to send the staff/ clients to and from assigned venue/activities safely and according to schedule of the assignment;

d) Assist the clients to board/disembark from the assigned vehicle;

e) Exercise high level of reliability and integrity in handling and safeguarding of confidential information and cash;

f) Assist staff to carry goods and to provide logistical support during transportation assignments when the need arises;

g) Report any unusual occurrences when carrying out assigned duties; and

h) Comply with LTA/Government Authority’s traffic/parking rules & regulations at all times while executing driving duties.

2. Upkeep of assigned vehicles which includes:

a) Keeping vehicle in good and serviceable conditions at all time;

b) Report any defects immediately & recommend necessary rectification measure(s) where possible;

c) Cleaning and washing of assigned vehicles;

d) Coordinate maintenance, servicing and repair of the vehicles;

e) Obtain quotations for required maintenance, repair & modifications (in compliance to LTA) to the assigned vehicles;

f) Payment of road tax upon receiving road tax renewal notice, cheque and copy of vehicle insurance from the DAC General Office; and

g) Sending vehicles for statutory inspection upon receiving LTA’s Vehicle Inspection Notice.

3. Cover the driving transportation assignment for other programmes/departments (i.e. School/ EIPIC/ HQ whichever is applicable), whenever the need arises.

4. Perform other general works duties as and when assigned by the Management on the days with no driving transportation assignments, e.g. helping in class.

5. Attend and participate in DAC and Association meetings/ activities as and when required.

REQUIREMENTS

•Primary/Secondary education

•A valid Class 4 driving license & Vocational Licence

•Physically fit

▪Ability to speak/write in simple English

▪A compassionate and patient personality

▪Good work ethics and a team player

▪Experience in working with persons with special needs is an added advantage

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

OVERVIEW

An Interventionist (Early Intervention Educator) is a technically skilled person who assists in the development of Infants & Children. Therefore, Interventionist has to undergo and pass a formal training (both theory and practical) programme in Certificate in Special Education (CISE) and or Diploma in Early Childhood or alternatively, any accredited Certificates or Diploma in the discipline of Special Needs Education programme issued and recognised in Singapore or Internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Provides, plans and executes action curriculum
• Participates in Early Intervention Programme related activities
• Provides administrative support to the department
• Maintains good housekeeping and safety standards

Requirements

• Advance Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention/ Specialist Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention(Special Needs) from NIEC
• Certificate in Autism
• Some relevant experience in early intervention
• A heart to serve in the special needs sector

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Assistive Technology Hub is looking for a Speech & Language Therapist to join their team.

Responsibilities:

The Speech and Language Therapist , AT Hub assesses clients for their functional needs and challenges in the areas of speech and communication and plans Assistive Technology interventions that includes trial ,training and recommendation of suitable AT/AAC solutions to clients in need ;training and supporting teachers, caregivers, and parents in the intervention strategies, and processes. The individual may work in collaborative and transdisciplinary teams. The job scope also entails managing risk and service quality, assisting senior colleagues in projects, specialised clinics, research work, performing departmental administration and operational tasks and participating in continuing education. The individual should possess effective communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Clinical
• Education, Training and Development
• Administration

Requirements :

· A relevant Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Pathology / Therapy recognized by the Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore with Full Registration, and keen to develop competencies for self and professional development in the areas of AT/AAC .

· At least two years’ experience with clients with multiple disabilities, providing AT solutions.

· An Assistive Technology Professional Certificate / Trainings in the field of AT/AAC will be an added advantage.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified on the outcome of the job application.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify individual needs of clients, formulate/develop and implement appropriate individualised physiotherapy programmes.
• Evaluate and document clients' physiotherapy needs and progress at regular intervals, monitor training programmes and review its effectiveness.
• Train and supervise Physiotherapy Aides, caregivers and volunteers in the maintenance of physiotherapy programmes.
• Work with multi-disciplinary team in integrating the clients into the community.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Physiotherapy
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
• Obtained Full or Restricted Registration and a valid Practicing License with the Singapore Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
• Member of Singapore Physiotherapy Association

Working Location: School East - 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Undertake social casework and provide individual and family counselling as a member of the rehabilitation team.

2. Network with other agencies or community groups to obtain resources to meet the needs of the clients and their family members.

3. Participate in caregivers’ training and support work activities and public education.

4. Provide administrative support to the department.

5. Undertake any duties as assigned by staff-in-charge

REQUIREMENTS:

· A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from a Recognized University

· Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience as a Social Worker or fresh graduate.

· For fresh graduate, to apply for accreditation with Singapore Association of Social Workers for professional practice within 12 months of graduation.

· Listening and Communication skills, Counseling skills and Organizational skills.

Has empathy and a sense of compassion.

Be able to advocate for clients and caregivers.

Skills to do simple assessment of family needs.

Skills to collaborate and network with internal and external recourses.

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

ROLE

The role of Speech and Language Therapists involves assessing clients, planning interventions, implementing therapy plans, evaluating progress in accordance with the given service delivery model for clients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in the assigned program. The role also requires conducting caregiver education and teachers training, to equip them with the necessary strategies and skills in supporting the client's learning and development. The role requires working collaboratively in a transdisciplinary team comprising of other professionals, teachers, and caregivers for maximizing the clients’ skills towards independence and active participation in natural settings. The job scope also entails assisting senior colleagues in projects, specialized clinics, research work, performing departmental operational tasks, and participating in continuing education. The individual should possess effective communication, organisation, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.

Requirements :

Preferred achievements/characteristics:

• Bachelors or Masters in Speech and Language Pathology or Therapy from a recognized

university

• preferred Full Registration under AHPC, or eligible for registration under the Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore.

• A heart and passion to serve in the community sector

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified on the outcome of the job application.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Together with a Psychologist / Senior Psychologist / HOD

Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive informal assessments (through observations & interactions) of each student with special needs, along with the trans D team, to understand their unique challenges, strengths and developmental needs to develop individualized plans for each child based on their specific needs.

Together with the Trans D team

Intervention

• Provide comprehensive learning support for students in the classroom through classroom management strategies / learning support strategies.
• Provide behaviour management support for students by analysing behaviours using appropriate tools (FBA, escalation cycle, iceberg analysis, etc.) to address maladaptive behavioursand maintain appropriate documentation.
• Monitor intervention goals, plans and outcome for individual students or whole class.
• Guide staff to understand their child holistically, implement social, emotional, learning and intervention, customised to student’s needs.
• Guide & support parents to understand their child holistically, implement social, emotional, learning and intervention, customised to student’s needs.
• Monitor intervention goals, plans and outcome for individual students or whole class.
• Provide consultations to parents/caregivers on needs basis.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders such as hospitals, Ministries and or private clinics for student related matters.

Training & Support

• Provide support when Psychologists are conducting workshops for parents/caregivers across programmes on a wide array of topics such as self-care, improving overall wellbeing, behaviour management, play & leisure activities etc.
• Provide support when Psychologists are conducting training for staff across all programmes as required by the programmes.
• Attend trainings relevant to the programme needs and one’s core skills in discussion with the HOD (subject to availability of funds).

Research

• Participate in research and programme evaluation projects.

Administration

• Keep and maintain relevant documents / records of all assessment reports / protocols, case notes of intervention sessions & documents related to department / programmes / organisation.
• Maintain inventory of department and make recommendations for purchases of new materials and equipment.
• Participate actively in sub-committee meetings/Projects (some of which include Case & Review sub-committee & Professional Sub-committee etc) or any ad-hoc project.
• Assist HOD in the administration of the department.

Other Assignments

• Undertake any other responsibilities and duties as deemed necessary and beneficial for the Association to attain its Mission and Vision.

REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with Honours from a SPS recognised University.
• Willing to pursue a Master’s degree in relevant fields of Psychology (Clinical, Educational, Applied), within 2-3 years of working in CPAS as Associate Psychologist.
• Relevant experience with children and adolescents preferred.
• Expereince in learning, emotion and social development skills, child development and classroom management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work independently in a transdisciplinary team.
• Eligible for full membership with Singapore Psychological Society or registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists/ HCPC/ APHRA.