CCP for Social Worker (Senior Care)

This vacancy is under the Career Conversion Programme for Social Workers. If interested, please apply through the CCP website at: https://conversion.mycareersfuture.gov.sg/Portal/ProgramDetails.aspx?ProgID=P00000414

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate Social Worker to support vulnerable seniors, particularly those experiencing social isolation, emotional challenges or difficulties in accessing essential support services. The successful candidate will provide holistic psychosocial support, case management and community-based intervention to enhance seniors' overall well-being, independence and quality of life. The role involves developing individualised care plans, conducting home visits, facilitating senior engagement activities and connecting seniors and their families with appropriate community resources and support networks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments, home visits and case management for vulnerable seniors, particularly those facing social isolation.
• Develop and review individualised care and intervention plans to address seniors' psychosocial, emotional and practical needs.
• Provide psychosocial support and emotional support to seniors and their families.
• Plan and facilitate senior engagement activities that promote mental wellbeing, active ageing and social connectedness.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with healthcare providers, social service agencies and community partners.
• Conduct community outreach to identify and support vulnerable seniors.
• Engage volunteers and community partners to strengthen seniors' support networks.
• Maintain case documentation, monitor beneficiaries' progress and support impact measurement.
• Support programme development and improvement to enhance seniors' overall wellbeing.

Requirements:

• At least 5-8 years' full-time working experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and crisis intervention skills.
• Empathy and a non-judgmental approach to care.