Social Service Assistant at YouthReach

Social Service Assistant at YouthReach

YouthReach provides psychosocial support and recovery programmes for youths with emotional, psychological and psychiatric issues in the community. Our staffs work with youths and their families to empower them to achieve their goals and live in a safe, caring, and inclusive community.

Purpose:

Looking for a meaning job with a true purpose, join us in making a difference as an Social Service assistant. You will assist in administrative work and operation to ensure that the centre is at its pivotal point in serving our clients. Be part of our team and change someone’s life for the better.

Responsibilities:

• Assist social / case workers with scheduling intake appointments, provide assistance during the intake interviews and reaching out to unengaged peers who needs to step up on their desire to pursue the goal of recovery
• Follow up with discharged cases for stipulated period
• Assist in group facilitation for skills training and psycho education
• Promote awareness in mental health wellness and advocacy through the sharing of personal experiences
• Maintain client’s profile and datebase
• Compile and maintain relevant statistics
• Involve in outreach and community engagement
• Other admin and support duties when required

Job Requirements:

• Minimum GCE ‘O’ level
• Applicant must be a certified Peer Support Specialist or have personal experience in recovery
• Passionate and comfortable working with young person with emotional or psychological difficulties
• Work with initiative and independence
• Good knowledge of Microsoft office
• Applicants who have prior work experience in the Social Services sector or have attended Social Service related trainings/courses will have an added advantage.

To apply, please email to recruit@samhealth.org.sg
Kindly be informed that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.