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

• A local Polytechnic Diploma or recognized Degree
• New graduates of Advance Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention/ Specialist Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention(Special Needs)/ 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

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

OVERVIEW

The role of a Relief/SPED Teacher is to design and develop specialised lesson plans to help students with special needs cope and achieve their learning objectives. The SPED Teacher will be working closely with allied health professionals, social workers, psychologists, families, and the community to help the students to reach their fullest potential and enjoy an enhanced quality of life.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment.
• Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
• Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning and to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students.
• Work in tandem with Teacher Aide to achieve quality outcomes for the students.
• Meet with parents to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their individualized educational needs.
• Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by school.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
• Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary/transdisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.
• Perform related work as required, such as events, CCAs, and PLTs, etc.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2 ‘A’/ H2 Level passes and 2 AO/H1 passes (including GP or Knowledge Inquiry) or a recognized local polytechnic diploma
• A good overall International Baccalaureate Diploma score
• Having a Diploma in Special Education (DISE) would be advantageous
• Will be required to attend Diploma in Special Education (DISE) once hired
• A heart to serve in the special needs sector

Employment Type: Full Time Contract (1 year)

Working Location: School East - 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529 Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

OVERVIEW

The Speech and Language Therapist assesses clients, plans therapy interventions, implements therapy plans and educates clients and their caregivers in the areas of feeding/swallowing, language, literacy, speech, social communication and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). In addition, training and supporting teachers, caregivers, and parents in the treatment strategies and processes. The individual will 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, organization, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

1. Clinical:

1. Conduct functional assessments to determine required therapy interventions for basic cases.
2. Formulate client-centred and SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely) goals in collaboration with clients and relevant stakeholders.
3. Communicate the assessment results, intervention plans, goals and outcome measures to relevant stakeholders.
4. Select appropriate and specific outcome measures to enable evaluation of therapy progress and outcomes.
5. Provide intervention to clients on one-to-one basis, group or classroom setting based on their needs in relation to feeding/swallowing, language, literacy, speech, and communication skills.
6. Evaluate therapy progress and outcomes using the recommended therapy outcome measures at regular intervals.
7. Modify therapy plans based on client performance and motivation as well as therapy outcome measures collected.
8. Identify, assess, and prescribe assistive devices as required by the clients to improve function.
9. Liaise with and empower parents in client handling skills to ensure and encourage continuity and consistency of -speech therapy related strategies incorporated both at school and home.
10. Communicate and involve in discussions and meetings of client-related issues with parents, caregivers, volunteers, and members of the rehabilitation team.
11. Formulate discharge plans, if required, based on client performance in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
12. Identify risks of clients, environments, situations, and equipment before, during and after clients' contact.

2. Education, Training and Development:

1. Keep abreast of the latest developments in service delivery of speech therapy related areas to ensure that interventions implemented are evidence-based.
2. Develop competencies across the different areas of speech therapy, according to the clientele served.
3. Participate in continuous professional development, based on the learning needs and competency gaps identified.
4. Conduct in-house sharing and training programs for relevant staff, teachers, parents, caregivers, and volunteers in the organisation.
5. Assist department in programme evaluation, giving and seeking feedback as appropriate, and in quality improvement projects.

3. Administration

• Maintain efficient documentation and reporting of speech therapy records in Client Information Management System (CIMS) such as:

• Initial assessment
• Assessment / Re-assessment
• Therapy goals
• Session Notes
• Clients’ Progress Report
• Review therapy plan when necessary
• Schedule planning
• Discharge planning
• Database of all clients under your schedule

• Monitor individual clinical and non-clinical key performance indicators set – Performance Management System (PMS).
• Ensure that the administrative duties relevant to departmental work are carried out effectively.
• Adhere to workplace health and safety standards.
• Regular maintenance and upkeep of therapy materials and equipment.

4. Maintenance

1. Ensure regular maintenance of all therapy equipment.
2. Ensure that proper inventory of all equipment and fixtures are kept and regularly updated.

REQUIREMENTS  

1. A relevant Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Pathology / Therapy recognized by the Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore for full registration,
2. Willing to work under supervision, and
3. Keen to develop competencies for self and professional development.

Working Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297

Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

OVERVIEW

• To provide occupational therapy service to client from CPAS School West in the following areas:
• Assess and identify individual needs of clients in the areas of daily living, motor skills, cognition, and behaviour
• Develop and implement appropriate individualised therapy programmes
• Evaluate and document clients’ needs and progress at regular intervals, monitor therapy programmes and review its effectiveness
• Provide education to clients, caregivers, and staff, and recommend assistive devices where necessary
• Possess effective communication skills when working in Transdisciplinary team, collaborate with other professionals to optimise client outcomes
• Perform and participate in departmental administrative, operational tasks and continuing education

RESPONSIBILITIES  

1. Assessment, Identification & Implementation of Therapy Programmes

1. Assess and identify individual needs of clients, formulate / develop and implement appropriate individualized occupational therapy programmes. These would include developmental checklist, activities of daily living, upper limb function and control, trunk balance and control, sensory deficits or any other issues, perceptual skills, cognition behavior and social skills training, pre-vocational and advanced daily living.
2. Work with clients on a one-to-one basis, in a group or in classroom setting based on their levels of functions and severity of disability.
3. Liaise with various disciplines involved in the rehabilitative treatment process.
4. Evaluate and document clients' occupational therapy needs and progress at regular intervals, monitor training programmes and review their effectiveness.
5. Refer clients to the respective specialists for consultation and appropriate intervention.
6. Provide occupational therapy consultation, support and upgrade on the clients' progress and status to relevant members of the rehabilitation team, parents and caregivers.
7. Evaluate, prescribe and fabricate / purchase assistive devices as required by the clients to improve function.
8. Train and supervise parents, caregivers and volunteers in the maintenance of occupational therapy programmes.
9. Be involved in discussions of client-related issues with parents, caregivers, volunteers and members of the rehabilitative team.
10. To be able to work in Trans disciplinary set up.

2. Special Education School

1. Involve in individual, group activity programmers conducted for children in special school setting and perform in transdisciplinary set up.
2. Train and teach schoolteachers / teacher aides in relevant basic techniques of occupational therapy to facilitate implementation in classroom setting
3. Liaise and teach parents in client handling skills to ensure and encourage continuity of occupational therapy programmes both at school and home
4. Provide support and counseling to families of clients when required
5. Evaluate, prescribe and fabricate / purchase assistive devices as required by the clients to improve their functionalities.
6. Monitoring seating / positioning in classroom and provide necessary recommendations
7. Adopt and practice the NCSS Best Practice Guideline (BPG) for therapists.

3. Administration

a. Maintain efficient occupational therapy records of clientele and ensure complete documentation on the following:

• Initial assessment
• Re-assessment
• Therapy goals, aims and objectives
• Review therapy goals when necessary
• Schedule planning
• Discharge planning
• BPG Monthly report by the first week of the following month.
• Update attendance of clients regularly.
• Maintain database of all clients

b. Monitor and attaining a high level of professionalism for the benchmarks set – Enhanced Programme Evaluation System (EPES) and Best Practice Guidelines (BPG)

c. Ensure that the administrative duties relevant to departmental work are carried out

d. Evaluation of effectiveness and relevance of program

4. Professional/Staff Development

1. Keep abreast of the latest development in service delivery of occupational therapy related areas to ensure that therapy programmes are kept updated.
2. Conduct in-house training programmes for relevant staff, teachers, parents, caregivers and volunteers in the organization.
3. Involve in research where possible, relevant to areas of occupational therapy service delivery.

5. Other Activities

a. Work with a Transdisciplinary team in integrating the clients into the community.

b. Participate actively in the related working committees and projects that involve multi-discipline:

• Professional Sub Committee
• Case & Review Sub Committee
• Rehabilitation Clinic/ Projects
• Adult service Sub-Committee
• Other sub-committees or projects as directed by the Head of Department

c. Undertake responsibilities and duties assigned by the Head of Department

6. Maintenance

1. Ensure that all occupational therapy equipment is maintained regularly by regular servicing and repair when deemed necessary.
2. Ensure that proper inventory of all equipment and fixtures are kept and regularly updated

7. General Duties

1. Supervise daily routine of Occupational Therapy support staff
2. Provide on-the-job training to Occupational Therapy support staff

REQUIREMENTS  

• Bachelor degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university recognized by Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore
• Excellent communication skills with good command of verbal and written English
• Strong commitment and motivation to work with children, adults and caregivers
• Prior experience in VWO will be an added advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Words, Excel and PowerPoint
• A team player with good organizational skills and able to multi-task

Working Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297

Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

ASSESSMENT

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of each student with special needs, to understand their unique challenges, strengths and developmental needs to develop individualized plans for each child based on their specific needs. 
• Conduct Mental Capacity Programme under the Assisted Deputyship Application Programme (ADAP), using appropriate assessment tools, write interpretative reports, make appropriate recommendation and debrief findings of assessment with parents and the 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 behaviours and maintain appropriate documentation.  
• Monitor intervention goals, plans and outcome for individual students or whole class.  
• Guide staff to understand their student 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 interventions, customised to their child’s needs. 
• Monitor intervention goals, plans and outcome for individual students or whole class.  
• Provide consultations to parents/caregivers on needs basis. 

TRAINING & SUPPORT

• Conduct (and or support) 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.  
• Conduct (and or support) 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 Master’s degree in Educational / Clinical / Applied Psychology (relevant sub specialty)  
• Relevant clinical experience with children and adolescents preferred. 
• Conversant 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 multidisciplinary team. 
• Eligible for full membership with Singapore Psychological Society or registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists/ HCPC/ APHRA. 

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529 

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected] 

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 
• Preferred 2 years working experience in Paediatric Rehabilitation or 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: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529 

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected] 

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

ASSESSMENT

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of each student with special needs, to understand their unique challenges, strengths and developmental needs to develop individualized plans for each child based on their specific needs.  
• Conduct School readiness assessment (SRA), using appropriate assessment tools, write interpretative reports, make appropriate school placement recommendation and debrief findings of assessment with parents and the 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 behaviours and maintain appropriate documentation.  
• Monitor intervention goals, plans and outcome for individual students or whole class.  
• Guide staff to understand their student 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 their childt’s needs. 
• Monitor intervention goals, plans and outcome for individual students or whole class.  
• Provide consultations to parents/caregivers on needs basis. 

TRAINING & SUPPORT

• Conduct (and or support) 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.  
• Conduct (and or support) 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 Master’s degree in Educational / Clinical / Applied Psychology (relevant sub specialty)  
• Relevant clinical experience with children and adolescents preferred. 
• Conversant 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 multidisciplinary team. 
• Eligible for full membership with Singapore Psychological Society or registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists/ HCPC/ APHRA. 

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529 

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected] 

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

ROLE 

The role of a Teacher Aide is to support the teacher in the classroom to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives for the students. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives. 
• Work with class students as an assigned relief teacher in the absence of the class teacher. 
• Lift, move and operate adaptive equipment. 
• Assist students with personal care tasks, including lavatory, clothing, hygiene, diapering, toileting, and wash-up routines. 
• Assist students with mobility needs such as lifting and positioning students, lifting in and out of wheelchairs; loading and unloading on the bus; transporting students in and around the school and on field trips. 
• Monitor students to maintain a safe and positive learning environment 
• Assist students during snack time. 
• Perform work-related assignments as required, such as events, CCAs, and PLTs, etc. 

REQUIREMENTS  

• At least NITEC Certificate or 3 GCE “O” level passes  
• A Certificate in Educational Studies is preferred. 
• Possess basic computer skills. 
• A Heart to serve in the special needs sector. 

Address: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297 

Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: [email protected] 

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

Responsibilities

• Assist Training Officer (TO) in basic hygiene/sanitary care duties and looking after clients.
• Assist in the general supervision of clients, ensuring the general welfare of the clients.
• Assist clients to board and disembark from vans.
• Assist in movement of clients from one activity to the next.
• Assist in the feeding of clients.
• Ensure that DAC rules pertaining to personal safety, work hazards and prescribed training procedures are observed by staff and clients.
• Carry out proper and regular housekeeping of work site and facilities; perform regular equipment maintenance duties, and ensure cleanliness and tidiness of work and storage areas.
• Report to the TO on all matters concerning the welfare, safety, and security of clients.
• Work as a team and participate positively and actively in the quality service delivery in line with the mission, goals and objectives of the Association.
• To undertake any other duties as assigned by the DAC Executive and Manager.

Requirements

• Have relevant skill-based certificate
• Able to commit physical work.
• Must be able to converse in simple English.
• Have a compassionate and patient personality.
• Experience in working with persons with special needs is an added advantage
• A Heart to serve in the special needs sector.

Working Location: CPAS - 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

ROLE

The role of a Relief/SPED Teacher is to design and develop specialised lesson plans to help students with special needs cope and achieve their learning objectives. The SPED Teacher will be working closely with allied health professionals, social workers, psychologists, families, and the community to help the students to reach their fullest potential and enjoy an enhanced quality of life.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment.
• Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
• Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning and to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students.
• Work in tandem with Teacher Aide to achieve quality outcomes for the students.
• Meet with parents to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their individualized educational needs.
• Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by school.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
• Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary/transdisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.
• Perform related work as required, such as events, CCAs, and PLTs, etc.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2 ‘A’/ H2 Level passes and 2 AO/H1 passes (including GP or Knowledge Inquiry) or a recognized local polytechnic diploma
• A good overall International Baccalaureate Diploma score
• Having a Diploma in Special Education (DISE) would be advantageous
• Will be required to attend Diploma in Special Education (DISE) once hired
• A heart to serve in the special needs sector

Work Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297

Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

OVERVIEW

The role of a Healthcare Assistant is to perform basic care functions for students with special needs in the school and maintain cleanliness of the classrooms.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

1. Perform basic care functions for students in the following areas:

• Cleaning and bathing the students as necessary.
• Assist students in their toileting.
• Help in changing students’ clothes and diapers when needed.
• Assist students’ movement around within the school compound and transferring them to/from school transport.
• Feed students during snack time.

2. Assist to monitor students so as to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
3. Maintain tidiness and cleanliness of the classrooms.
4. Provide feedback on the general repairs and maintenance requirements in the classrooms.
5. Ad-hoc administrative duty as and when assigned by the superior.

REQUIREMENTS

• Caring and kind.
• Willing to be hands-on with students with multiple disabilities.
• Willing to do personal care tasks (washing, toileting, etc).
• Able to follow instructions and procedures.
• Some experiencein care work or a qualification in healthcare is preferred.
• A Heart to serve in the special needs sector.

Work Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297

Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

OVERVIEW

The role of a Job Coach is to design and develop specialised job scope to help students with special needs to cope and achieve their learning objectives. The Job Coach works closely with the Transition Planning Coordinator (TPC) and Teachers in shaping the Continuum of Work Experience, tailors meaningful Work Experience for students and provides critical learning and support during students’ Work Experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• In charge of designing and maintaining a continuum of Work Experience for the student profiles in the school
• In charge of sourcing potential community and industry partners to identify relevant work-based opportunities to meet student’s interests and aspirations
• Work closely with SPED teachers to co-plan and coordinate suitable work exposure activities for students as part of the Vocational Guidance curriculum
• Design, plan and coordinate work experiences in school, community and workplaces catering to students’ interests, preference and strengths, and working goals
• In charge of the administrative matters for students (i.e., insurance, work attachment allowances, and internships allowance).
• Collaborate with teachers and Allied Health Professionals in co-planning and co-delivering the VE content areas (i.e., vocational guidance, soft skills and hard skills) through the Continuum of Work Experience
• Identify suitable work experiences for students according to student’s interests, preferences and strengths in alignment with their Individual Transition Plans
• Develop and implement training plans for students on Work Experience covering the teaching of relevant soft and hard skills in alignment with the VE curriculum
• Instruct students on work-related skills, community living skills, problem-solving skills and Functional Literacy and Numeracy useful in a workplace.
• Conduct ecological assessments of work sites to understand job demands and the work environments for effective planning of supports
• Accompany students for job interviews, orientation and job attachments. Provide on-site training as needed.
• Liaise with work site personnel to put in place appropriate job accommodations and modifications according to students’ profiles and needs
• Plan lesson content and conduct regular assessment, monitoring and evaluation of students’ progress and performance at Work Experience using appropriate tools
• Share knowledge and insight on student’s interests, preferences and strengths, and work progress, at appropriate frequency to the VE Team to facilitate effective job coaching
• Provide feedback on students’ progress, key areas of strengths and needs to families at Transition Planning meetings, Family Envisioning Meetings (FEM) and Multi-Agency Transition Meetings (MATM)
• Work with Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) to mediate and manage expectations of employers, students and parents regarding work-related issues.
• Obtain feedback from potential employers regarding the work performance of the student.
• Forge and sustain partnerships with community and businesses through creating awareness and capacity building in disability support
• Advocate for opportunities for students to practise their skills in authentic settings
• Perform any other duties as and when assigned by the School Principal.

REQUIREMENTS

• Recognized relevant Diploma/Degree
• Prior experience in areas of vocational training, assessment or placement is highly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build positive relationships with various stakeholders
• Good team player with negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Relevant work experience in job placements
• Good computer knowledge and skills
• A Heart to serve in the special needs sector.

Work Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297

Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide administrative support to the Department
2. Assist under the supervision of the Social Worker in providing simple casework with assigned work with assigned clients and their family members.
3. Participate in Social Work-related activities for the clients.
4. Maintain good housekeeping, confidentiality, privacy, and safety standards.
5. Undertake relevant duties assigned by Senior Social Worker/ Head of Social Work Department.

REQUIREMENTS

• Recognized Diploma and/or related social work courses
• Possess pleasant disposition with good communication and interpersonal skills

Working Locations: CPAS - 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

For interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

OVERVIEW

· 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 their effectiveness.

· Train and supervise Physiotherapy Aides, caregivers and volunteers in the maintenance of physiotherapy programmes.

· Work with Trans-disciplinary team in integrating the clients into the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assessment, Identification & Implementation of Therapy Programmes

1. Assessand identify individual needs of clients, formulate/develop and implement appropriate individualised physiotherapy  These would aim to facilitate, restore, improve or maintain movement and functional abilities.
2. Work with clients on a one-to-one basis, group or special setting based on their levels offunction and severity of
3. Liaisewith various disciplines involved in the rehabilitative treatment
4. Evaluate and document clients' physiotherapy needs and progress at regular intervals,monitor training programmes and review their
5. Referclients to the respective specialists for consultation and appropriate

1. Providephysiotherapy consultation, support and update on the clients' progress and status to caregivers and all those involved in the rehabilitation
   1. Evaluate,prescribe and fabricate/purchase assistive devices as required by the clients to improve
   2. Trainand supervise Physiotherapy Aides, caregivers and volunteers in the maintenance of physiotherapy
2. Beinvolved in discussions of client-related issues with caregivers, volunteers and members of the rehabilitative

2. Special Education School

1. Involvein individual and group activity programmes conducted for children in special school setting
2. Train and teach schoolteachers/teacher aides in relevant basic techniques of physiotherapy to facilitate implementation in classroom setting

1. Liaiseand teach parents in client handling skills to ensure and encourage continuity of PT programmes both at home and in school
   1. Providesupport and counselling to families of clients when required (e.g. recommendation of rehabilitation equipment to client after surgery)
   2. Participate and discuss the Individual Educational Plan with teachers and parents.

3. Administration

1. Ensurethat efficient physiotherapy records of clientele are kept and information on the following are properly recorded:

• Initialassessment
• Re-assessment
• Therapygoals, aims and objectives
• Reviewtherapy plan when necessary
• Scheduleplanning
• Dischargeplanning
• Maintaindatabase of all clients
  1. Engagein administrative duties relevant to departmental work

1. Evaluationof effectiveness and relevance of program

4. Professional/Staff Development

1. Keepabreast of the latest development in service delivery of physiotherapy related areas to ensure that therapy programmes are kept

1. Participate and help Senior Physiotherapistin Research / Projects and present papers where conferences are available
2. Attendingprofessional developmental skills trainings when opportunity and interested topic conducted
3. Conduct the training for the relevant staff, caregivers and volunteers in the organization

5. Other Activities

1. Workwith Trans-disciplinary team in integrating the clients into the
2. Participateactively in the related working committees and projects that involve multi- discipline:

• ProfessionalSub Committee
• Case& Review Sub Committee
• WorkshopSub-Committee
• Othersub-committees or projects as directed by the Head of Department or Executive Director
  1. Undertakeresponsibilities and duties assigned by the Head of Department or Executive Director or the Management from time to time

6. Maintenance

1. Ensurethat all physiotherapy equipment is maintained regularly by regular servicing and repair when deemed necessary
2. Ensurethat proper inventory of all equipment and fixtures are kept and regularly updated

7. General Duties

1. Supervisedaily routine of Physiotherapy support staff

1. Provide on-the-job training to Physiotherapy support staff

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy
• Minimum 2 years working experience or fresh graduate are welcome to apply
• Obtained Full or Restricted Registration and a valid Practicing License with the Singapore Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)

Working Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

ROLE:

To assess, diagnose, treat and provide intervention in accordance to the service delivery models for clients with speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders across the programmes. In addition, providing supervision and mentoring to the entry-level speech and language pathologists and training teachers, parents, and volunteers involved in the treatment process. The job role also includes planning, undertaking, guiding, and implementing research, carrying out administrative duties such as strategic planning, preparing budget, manpower projection, and other duties related to the day-to-day operations, as directed by the head of the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Clinical Responsibilities
2. Specialized Clinics and / or Projects:
3. Departmental Administration
4. Clinical Education and Training
5. Caregivers, Teachers, Peers training:
6. Research and Development
7. Professional Growth and Development
8. Advocacy

REQUIREMENTS

• Masters in Speech and Language Pathology / Therapy, Full Registration under AHPC,
• Min of 8 years of experience in providing supervision and mentoring to junior therapists, handling projects and research work.
• Experience in staff management, strategic planning, budget preparation, program evaluation and managing day-to-day operations would be an added advantage.
• A heart and passion to serve in the community sector

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

OVERVIEW

The head manages the department's operations, sets key performance indicators, leads speech therapists to enhance clinical innovation, evidence -based practice, and drives patient care and service excellence. The individual focuses largely on managerial work and performs some clinical, educational and research tasks. Responsibilities include managing departmental resources and risks, ensuring compliance to regulatory requirements, leading change management at a organizational and sector level by implementing new or revised policies, ensuring sufficient manpower for clinical services, managing department budgets, and helping to start new departmental services. The individual should possess strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, effective communication, and be meticulous, strategic, fair, decisive and insightful. This individual should also be a visionary leader who is driven and decisive, and possesses, team-building and leadership skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management:

1. Assess risks of work systems, work processes and service delivery.
2. Conduct workforce planning and/or manpower projection based on department's current and future needs, and tactful allocation to programmes based on individual programme’s funding model
3. Conducts audits on the department systems, processes and operations.
4. Reviews and refine workplace health and safety audits.
5. Contribute to cluster-wide and/or national level initiatives.
6. Develop business continuity plans.
7. Develop health and safety policies.
8. Develop mentorship frameworks.
9. Develop talent retention and recruitment strategies for therapists and therapy assistants in collaboration with human resource department.
10. Develop strategies based on clinical audit results.
11. Set strategic direction for the department to align with organisational strategy and goals.
12. Develop work plans for the department to meet the department's key performance indicators.
13. Conduct staff performance reviews and manage learning and development.
14. Identify opportunities for leadership development.
15. Identify strategic quality improvement initiatives.
16. Implement department policies, guidelines and strategies.
17. Manage feedback from stakeholders.
18. Manage impact of adverse events and refine risk management plans.
19. Contribute to cluster-wide and/or national level initiatives.
20. Monitor compliance to clinical protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the therapy department

Clinical:

1. Collaborate with transdisciplinary team to enhance clinical services.
2. Guide staff during assessments and intervention for complex cases and communicate assessment results, therapy plans, goals and outcome measures to clients and other relevant stakeholders.
3. Assess gaps in clinical assessment practice and protocols.
4. Provide consultation as a specialist or expert in complex cases.
5. Provide interventions for complex cases.
6. Provide therapy recommendations, for complex cases, based on an evaluation of client's needs.
7. Prescribe assistive devices and equipment according to clients' needs.
8. Develop systems of communication which facilitate continuity of care beyond the clinical setting.
9. Lead the development of new clinical services.
10. Develop strategies to optimise the utilisation of new clinical services.

Education, Training and Development:

1. Provide clinical education in advanced techniques for complex cases.
2. Oversee the update of client and caregiver education materials and resources.
3. Deliver training to parents, and /or caregivers on methods and techniques to manage continuity of care in complex or escalated cases.
4. Create opportunities for capability development and for co-learning across institutions or settings to advance staff's learning.
5. Identify training needs of therapists and plan continuing education programmes.
6. Lead the design and delivery of training programmes for caregivers, teachers, and peer professionals and public educational initiatives at organizational level
7. Review evaluation findings of training programmes for clinical educators.
8. Set strategic direction for clinical training and development, clinical placement offers, and resource utilisation appropriately
9. Supervise and guide staff in conducting talks and workshops to professionals and the public.
10. Liaise, coordinate, and plan for placement opportunities for students  pursuing undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree in speech and language pathology for clinical attachment.

Research and Development:

1. Provide clinical expertise and consultation for research and education.
2. Apply for grants to secure research resources.
3. Assess research competencies of staff.
4. Plan and implement research and development programmes in consultation with the Head of the Organization.
5. Identify practice or service gaps for research.
6. Lead research projects and provide reports on research progress to relevant stakeholders.
7. Participate in peer reviews of journal articles and reviews of conference abstracts
8. Partner with internal and external collaborators for research projects.
9. Create opportunities for staff to be involved in research, provide guidance and support for presentations and /or research publications.

Translate research evidence into clinical practice.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors or Masters in Speech and Language Pathology / Therapy recognised under Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC), Singapore
• Must have obtained full registration under AHPC
• At least 10 years in a leadership position with general management experience
• Experience in a Social Service Agency (SSA) will be an added advantage.

Evidence of other Potential Comptencies:

• Ability to embrace and act on the Organisation’s vision and mission in creating awareness and advocacy for stakeholders.
• Excellent people and leadership skills
• A dynamic and highly driven individual with strong analytical skills.
• Proven ability to mentor and motivate a team of talented professionals.
• Ability to effectively manage public feedback and crisis communications
• Experienced in planning and organizing events and activities
• Embraces change and demonstrates ability to manage concurrent projects
• Able to create and maintain effective administrative systems and processes
• Committed to high standards, adopts a professional and conscientious approach
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and tactfulness in interpersonal dealings
• Meticulous and strong sense of urgency to meet tight deadlines.
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends, evenings and travel as and when required

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: [email protected]

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

ROLE:

The Speech and Language Therapist assesses clients, plans therapy interventions, Implements therapy plans and educates clients and their caregivers. In addition, training and  supporting teachers, caregivers, and parents in the treatment 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, organisation, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.

1.Clinical:

• Conduct functional assessments to determine required therapy interventions for basic cases.
• Formulate client-centred and SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely) goals in collaboration with clients and relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate the assessment results, intervention plans, goals and outcome measures to relevant stakeholders.
• Select appropriate and specific outcome measures to enable evaluation of therapy progress and outcomes.
• Provide intervention to clients on one-to-one basis, group or classroom setting based on their needs in relation to feeding/swallowing, language, literacy, speech, and communication skills.
• Evaluate therapy progress and outcomes using the recommended therapy outcome measures at regular intervals.
• Modify therapy plans based on client performance and motivation as well as therapy outcome measures collected
• Identify, assess, and prescribe assistive devices as required by the clients to improve function.
• Liaise with and empower parents in client handling skills to ensure and encourage continuity and consistency of SLP related strategies incorporated both at school and home. 10. Communicate and Involve in discussions and meetings of client-related issues with parents, caregivers, volunteers, and members of the rehabilitation team.
• Formulate discharge plans, if required, based on client performance in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
• Identify risks of clients, environments, situations, and equipment before, during and after clients' contact.

2. Education, Training and Development:

• Keep abreast of latest development in service delivery of speech therapy related areas to ensure that therapy programs are evidence-based.
• Develop competencies across different areas of SLP required according to the clientele served.
• Participate in continuous professional development, based on the learning needs and competency gaps identified.
• Conduct in-house sharing and training programs for relevant staff, teachers, parents, caregivers, and volunteers in the organisation.
• Assist department in programme evaluation, giving and seeking feedback as appropriate, and in quality improvement projects.

3. Administration

• Maintain efficient documentation and reporting of speech therapy records in Client Information Management System (CIMS) such as
  • Initial assessment
  • Assessment / Re-assessment
  • Therapy goals
  • Session Notes
  • Clients’ Progress Report
  • Review therapy plan when necessary
  • Schedule planning
  • Discharge planning
  • Database of all clients under your schedule
• Monitor individual clinical and non-clinical key performance indicators set – Performance Management System (PMS)
• Ensure that the administrative duties relevant to departmental work are carried out effectively
• Adhere to workplace health and safety standards.
• Regular in maintenance and upkeep of therapy materials and equipment.

4. Maintenance

• Ensure that all therapy equipment is maintained regularly
• Ensure that proper inventory of all equipment and fixtures are kept and regularly updated

Requirements:-

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

Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: [email protected].

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