Special Needs Youth Care Officer (Salary Up to $3,160) JO28396

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Highlights

• Contract Duration: 1 year
• Salary Range: $2,580 – $3,160 per month
• Working Hours: Mon – Thu: 9.00 – 6.30 Fri: 9.00am – 6.00pm
• May be required to work 1 weekend (Sat or Sun) up to twice a month
• Work Location: 1 Defu Avenue 1

Key Responsibilities

1. Direct Care & Daily Support

• Shadow and support residents with challenging behaviours during daily routines
• Provide structured assistance for youths with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Assist with personal care needs for low-functioning residents
• Implement visual schedules and structured routines
• Manage sensory sensitivities and environmental triggers

2. Engagement & Enrichment Activities

• Engage residents in recreational and enrichment programmes
• Adapt activities based on individual functioning levels
• Conduct sensory-appropriate and therapeutic activities
• Facilitate small group sessions to build social skills
• Support modified physical activities based on abilities
• Use visual supports and social stories to enhance understanding

3. Community-Based Support

• Accompany residents for community outings and external activities
• Manage behavioural triggers in public settings
• Support smooth transitions between environments
• Teach appropriate social behaviours and coping strategies
• Ensure safety and supervision during community exposure

4. Rehabilitation & Case Support

• Participate in Individual Care Plan (ICP) discussions and implementation
• Collaborate with occupational therapists, psychologists, and allied professionals
• Document behavioural observations and progress reports
• Implement behaviour management strategies
• Support daily living skills development

5. Therapeutic & Crisis Support

• Apply therapeutic techniques as guided by specialists
• Use communication tools such as PECS, visual aids, and other systems
• Assist in crisis prevention and de-escalation
• Provide sensory regulation support
• Support social skills training and behavioural interventions

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree (including Degree with Honours) in Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, Counselling, or related fields preferred
• Experience working with youths with special needs is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of behavioural management strategies
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and appropriate interventions
• Ability to remain calm in challenging or crisis situations
• Physically fit and able to walk, stand, and climb stairs
• Able to assist with mobility support when required
• Strong observational and documentation skills

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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