Roles & Responsibilities
Job Title : Training Officer (Adult Development Services)
Reports to : Manager, Adult Development Services
Executive Director
Training and Education
- To teach / train adults with Down syndrome in respective domains.
- To plan the Individualized Training Plan (ITP) with the Manager and Principal Training Officer for their respective learners.
- To implement community referenced training to ensure that the Learner achieves the community goals as planned.
- To monitor the ITP to ensure the learners are achieving the educational, community, vocational goals.
- To conduct monthly evaluation of the ITP as planned.
- To do written progress reports twice a year in the months of June and November.
- To develop learning and behavioural strategies for learners to enhance their skills and behaviours.
- To plan Scheme of work, Lesson plan, evaluation for the domains that has been assigned to.
- To implement strategies as directed by training officers, Principal Training Officer and Manager to enhance the skills and behaviours of learners.
- To assist learners in daily activities when required.
- To accompany Learners to buy lunch.
- To assist with all outdoor activities, for example outdoor gross motor skills, shopping for baking and external outings.
- To take over a lesson if the trainer is absent.
- To work closely with caregivers.
- To mentor interns and volunteers when necessary.
- To collaborate with staff from other departments in matters relating to DSA affairs when necessary.
- To participate in the development and implementation of DSA education and training programs and support services.
- To participate in research projects conducted by DSA.
- To work well in a team.
- To undertake any other duties assigned by the Principal Training Officer / Manager.
Administrative and Others
Attend staff Meetings / Program meetingsTo attend to all paper- work relating to the Learners and the program.To provide administrative support to the Manager / Principal Training OfficerTo undertake any other duties as assigned by the Manager / Principal Training OfficerRequirements
1. Minimum qualification : NITEC or higher (SPED, Supported Employment, Community Services, Counselling and Guidance, Psychology, Social Work)
2. 2-3 years’ experience in teaching adults with disabilities.
3. Passionate about working with persons with disabilities.
Tell employers what skills you have
Teaching Adults
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Curriculum Design
Teaching
Literacy
Social Services
Special Education
Assortment
Operational Risk Management
Business Planning
Communication Skills
Administrative Support
Volunteer Management
Field Work
Ability To Learn
Able To Work Independently