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: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

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

ROLE

The role of Senior Speech Therapist involves assessing clients, planning therapy interventions, implementing therapy plans, and evaluating progress, in accordance with the given service delivery model for clients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in the assigned programme.

In addition, the role includes providing supervision and mentoring to the entry-level speech and language pathologists, and clinical education for the students pursuing speech pathology programmes.

The job role also includes training teachers, parents, and volunteers involved in the treatment process, and educates clients and their caregivers. The role requires working collaboratively in transdisciplinary team comprising of other professionals, teachers, and caregivers for maximising the clients’ learning and development towards independence and active participation in natural settings. Further, undertaking, and guiding research projects, conducting specialised clinics and carrying out certain administrative responsibilities as directed by the head of the department also forms as a part of the job role.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors or Masters in Speech and Language Pathology or Therapy from a recognised university
• Full Registration under AHPC, with at least five years of clinical experience
• At least two years of direct experience in providing supervision and mentoring to entry-level and junior therapists, and / or students pursuing speech and language therapy
• Relevant knowledge and experience in working with children and young adults with special needs and a wide range of disabilities
• Experience in providing tele-consultation / intervention will be an added advantage
• A heart and passion to serve in the community sector

For interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

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

1. Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive assessments 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.
• Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments under the Assisted Deputyship Application Programme (ADAP), using appropriate assessment tools, write interpretative reports, and debrief findings of assessment with parents and the team.
• Conduct School placement assessments (SPA), for students exiting to other SPED schools or Mainstream schools, write interpretative reports and debrief findings of assessment with parents and the team.

2. Intervention - Together with the trans D team

• 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.
• Provide counselling services as required to manage and develop social emotional skills and to engage and or make appropriate referrals to external agencies such as IMH, MSF etc for support.
• 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.

3. 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).

4. Research

• Participate in research and programme evaluation projects.

5. 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.

6. 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 transdisciplinary team.
• Eligible for full membership with Singapore Psychological Society or registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists/ HCPC/ APHRA.
• A heart to serve in the special needs sector

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants please email details resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

1. Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive assessments along with a Trans D team for each student with special needs (AEPS & ECHO), to understand their unique challenges, strengths and developmental needs to develop individualized plans for each child based on their specific needs.
• Conduct School Readiness Assessments (SRA), Initial Screening Assessment (IAx), using appropriate assessment tools, write interpretative reports, make appropriate school placement recommendation, and debrief findings of assessment with parents and the team.

2. Intervention - Together with the Trans D team,

• 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 (AEPS & ECHO), 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.
• Provide consultations to parents/caregivers on needs basis.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders such as hospitals, Ministries and or private clinics for student related matters.

3. 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).

4. Research

• Participate in research and programme evaluation projects.

5. 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.

6. 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 subspecialty)
• 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 transdisciplinary
• Eligible for full membership with Singapore Psychological Society or registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists/ HCPC/ APHRA.
• A heart to serve in the special needs sector

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants please email details resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

OVERVIEW

To provide occupational Therapy Service to clients from any programme.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Assessment, Identification & Implementation of Therapy Programmes

• 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.
• Evaluate and document clients' occupational therapy needs and progress at regular intervals, monitor training programmes and review its effectiveness.
• Provide occupational therapy consultation, support, and upgrade on the clients' progress and status to relevant members of the rehabilitation team, parents, and caregivers.
• Evaluate, prescribe and fabricate/purchase assistive devices as required by the clients to improve function.
• To be able to work in Trans disciplinary setup.

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 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• A team player with good organizational skills and able to multi-task.
• A heart to serve in the special needs sector.

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email detailed of resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

OVERVIEW

To provide occupational Therapy Service to clients from any programme.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assessment, Identification & Implementation of Therapy Programmes (EIPIC/ SPED School/GROW/DAC, OP/HMP)

• 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.
• Evaluate and document clients' occupational therapy needs and progress at regular intervals, monitor training programmes and review its effectiveness.
• Provide occupational therapy consultation, support, and upgrade on the clients' progress and status to relevant members of the rehabilitation team, parents, and caregivers.
• Evaluate, prescribe and fabricate/purchase assistive devices as required by the clients to improve function.
• To be able to work in Trans disciplinary setup

2. Administration

3. Professional/Staff Development

• Supervise daily routine of Junior therapist and Occupational Therapy support staff
• Provide on-the-job training to Junior therapist and Occupational Therapy support staff

4. Ad Hoc Duties

• Work with multi-disciplinary team in integrating the clients into the community.
• Undertake responsibilities and duties assigned by the Head of Department for any other programme

Critical core skills

• To be a good problem solver, decision maker, good collaborator and develop the team members where necessary.
• Facilitate conflict situations through appropriate balance of logic and emotions and oversee behaviours within teams to minimise conflict occurrences
• Budgeting for specific programme
• Identify opportunities for transdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge transfer to facilitate the integration of knowledge from different disciplines

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university recognized by Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore
• At least one specialisation in paediatric area.
• Excellent communication skills with good command of verbal and written English
• Negotiate with others to address issues and achieve mutual consensus
• Possess coaching and mentoring skill.
• Strong commitment and motivation to work with children, adults and caregivers
• Minimum 3 years of experience in any VWO.
• Prior experience in VWO will be an added advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Words, Excel and PowerPoint
• Good supervision skill to Supervise and mentor junior Therapist, and SIT students
• Lead projects
• To be a good problem solver, decision maker, good team player to lead the team where necessary and able to multitask.
• Anticipate potential problems beyond the current scope and apply higher order problem solving skills
• Able to work closely with all senior/experienced staff in department and organisation, deputy and HOD of occupational Therapy department.

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email details of resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

OVERVIEW

To assist EI Educator with the provision of, planning and execution of curriculum under supervision of the Head of Department and Interventionists. Participate in Early Intervention Programme related activities and to provide administrative support to the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist to plan and implement an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for each child in all relevant areas of the curriculum in consultation with other Professional Therapists and Interventionists.
• Prepare and conducts classes for children in Centre both, in a group or individually, in the absence of the Interventionist.
• Contribute to writing projected goals & progress reports in consultation with other attending professionals and Interventionists.
• Contribute to preparation of case conference reports and conducts, under supervision, case conferences with parents/caregivers.
• Maintain close contacts with parents/caregivers.
• Adopt a positive attitude towards team building and work co-operatively with colleagues and parents.
• Assist Interventionists, parents/caregivers in cleaning the students.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 3’O’-Levels credits, incl. EL1 or acceptable alternatives.
• A Heart to serve in the special needs sector.

Interested applicants please email details resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

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.
• 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.

Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

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: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

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

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.

For interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

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

OVERVIEW

The Alumni Operations Executive will track adults with Cerebral Palsy (CP) and Multiple Disabilities (MD) within the community. She/He will help identify these adults' areas of need and increase their quality of life towards independent living, gainful employment, lifelong learning, talent development therapy service, etc. These personnel will be working closely with Allied Health Professionals, Social Workers, Advocacy & Marketing Department and other external volunteer organisations so as to facilitate and provide assistance by connecting them to other related Agencies and integrating them into society. She/He will build a larger social network through CPAS-Connect.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations of Programme

• Support and implement programmes and services of Alumni.
• Carry out the routine operational matters.
• Provide first aid, carry out emergency evacuation procedures for Alumni and caregivers, and follow through with a written report to the reporting supervisor.
• Carry out proper and regular housekeeping of work site and facilities; do regular inventory checking and recording of procedures/protocols; perform routine equipment maintenance duties and ensure cleanliness and tidiness of work and storage areas.
• Network with other agencies or other organisations to obtain resources to meet the client's needs, including connecting applications for AHP and social work services.
• Ensure Alumni safety, attendance, punctuality and welfare at the site and all other areas (such as during travel/outings at fairs).
• Supervision of Alumni during outdoor activities.

Administration of Programme

• Maintain and develop a proper administration system of Alumni programme administrative records by adhering to the latest updated services model.
• Carry out the daily routine Alumni administration matters.
• Ensure the welfare of Alumni by referring any inappropriate client behaviour, or welfare needs to the appropriate professional service for intervention.
• Support CIMS implementation
• Support implementation of Service Standards of Programme

Development of Alumni Programme

• Support all weekly Alumni activities, virtual programmes, physical outings, and events.
• Support Alumni Digital Art's internal and external sales.
• Plan recreational activities/outings for the clients, with support from donors and volunteers.

Reports

• Support submissions of reports in full compliance with the funding agencies’ requirements and deadlines.
• Report immediately to the reporting supervisor on matters about the following:

• Abuse/suspicion of abuse of trainees by other staff, family, or members of the public
• Report any indecency, molestation, modesty outrage, and other sexual-related incidents.

Partnerships with External Organisations

• Maintain a positive relationship with corporate/private sector volunteers and partners from different government agencies.
• Periodically explore new volunteer and partnership opportunities for Alumni and maintain a good network with existing partners.

Volunteers

• Support good orientation programme/s for all volunteers.
• Support appropriate training and supervision to volunteers.
• Show consistent efforts in motivating and sustaining its pool of volunteers.
• Have in place a sound system of volunteer records.

Quality and Productivity

• Work as a team and participate positively and actively to ensure quality service delivery that aligns with the Association's mission, goals and objectives.
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by the reporting supervisor.
• Working hours may be beyond office hours.

REQUIREMENTS

• Have ‘A’ level or Diploma graduate from relevant discipline
• Have good organizational skills.
• Have a compassionate and patient personality.
• Experience in working with persons with special needs is an added advantage.

Employment Type: Full Time Contract (2 years)

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

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