JOB DESCRIPTION
1. Leadership and Management
- Identify and analyse future trends and strategic issues in relation to youth mental health, and develop the department strategy and annual workplans
- Participate in interagency workplan meetings targeting nation-wide youth mental health strategic plans
- Support the implementation of the SAMH Board / Executive vision and directions, and cascade them to the team
- Monitor execution of the department workplans and lead the reporting process
- Ensure integrity and accountability of KPIs and ensure timely reporting to funders
- Ensure regular communication and feedback with funders, management and team
- Oversee and plan annual budget utilizations and inventories
- Plan and review manpower requirements and career progression for staff
- Oversee centre operations, manpower deployment and movement
- Oversee monthly team meetings
2. Client Management
Have good understanding and knowledge of Singapore's social service sectorTake ownership of clinical practice and developmentProvide individualised, comprehensive, community-based services and support to youth and their familiesImplement case management service model in working with youth and their familiesConduct intake assessment for youth referred to the centreFormulate individualised and family care plansAssist family in crisis management and safety planningWork closely with families, schools and hospitals and job places in care coordination and participate in case conferencesWork with families to improve knowledge of mental health issues and ability to handle crisis / relapseProvide counselling and support to youth with emotional, or psychological difficultiesEnsure that all clinical forms and case recordings are up to date.Plan, coordinate and facilitate group workshops (centre-based and external)Report any unethical / illegal practice.3. Supervision
On a monthly basis, discuss with supervisor regarding the workplans and progress of the centreTo provide individual supervision to team membersTo provide group supervision or facilitate case discussions among the teamTo supervise, coach or guide team members when necessary4. Outreach and Engagements
Present and advocate SAMH and SAMH C'SAY CREST-YOUTH's services and objectives to funders, schools, hospitals, community partners and other stakeholders in centre and off-siteRepresent SAMH and SAMH C'SAY CREST-YOUTH's in conferences, talks and workshops delivery to schools, hospitals, community partners, to promote awareness of mental health and wellbeing among youthsRepresent SAMH professionally through the participation of association-lead events and engagementsFoster collaboration across internal SAMH centres and external agencies in developing forward-looking programmes and initiatives to meet desired goals5. Others
To perform any other duties assigned by the Executive Director due to exigencies of services.This role may require you to be present for management and network meetings.To ensure and established a healthy and cohesive working culture within the team.To attend any network meetings when necessary and to cultivate collaboration or partnership when opportunity arises.REQUIREMENTS
Minimum a degree or Masters in Psychology / Social Work or related disciplineMinimum 6-8 years in social service (preferably youth work), with 3 years of experience in a supervisory roleBackground in youth work, programme management, learning and people development, social work or service, psychology, case management experience is an advantage.Possess good understanding of or experience working with persons with mental health issues.Possess good knowledge of assessment tools and clinical intervention skillsPrior leadership experience in managing a teamStrong collaborative and partnership skills