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Activity Assistant / Program Associate / Social Work Associate

Activity Assistant / Program Associate / Social Work Associate

Singapore Association for Mental Health, TheD19 Serangoon Garden, Hougang, Sengkang, Punggol, SG
8 days ago
Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

SAMH manages the Activity Hub, where psychosocial rehabilitative programmes are conducted to assist residents in their recovery from mental illness and to reintegrating them into the community. Activity Hub’s services include occupational therapy, social work, psychological services and vocational placements.

We are seeking passionate and dedicated staff to join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.

Work Location : 8 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539752

Key Responsibilities

This is a direct client-facing role where you will play a vital part in enhancing the quality of life for our residents. You will oversee the daily operations of our programs, providing coordination and support services that help residents in their day-to-day living. This role also involves liaising with various stakeholders such as residents, suppliers, external agencies, and volunteers.

Programme Coordination

  • Assist in planning and facilitating group sessions (e.g, daily living skills, work-related skills, arts and crafts, sports) to engage residents meaningfully.

Vocational Services Support

  • Maintain accurate records and documentation of residents’ attendance and output.
  • Ensure vocational tasks assigned to residents are completed satisfactorily.

    • Support Services (Including but not limited to) :

    Café / Sundry Operations :

  • Train residents for employment in café operations.
  • Conduct simple meal preparation.
  • Coordinate with suppliers for inventory replenishment.

    • Craft Programs :

  • Ensure smooth day-to-day running of craft activities and related Social Enterprise operations.
  • Collaborate with Art Coordinators to develop new crafts for sale and exhibition booths.

    • IT & Digital Skills :

  • Support Social Enterprise initiatives on various online retail platforms.
  • Conduct computer and digital literacy programs for residents.

    • Event Management

  • Plan and execute annual and ad hoc events for residents.

    • Project Management

  • Collaborate with external agencies and volunteers on project-based initiatives.

    • Administrative Duties

  • Maintain and submit timely reports and documentation related to all program areas.

    • Pre-requisites :

  • Qualifications : N / O / A Levels, ITE, or Diploma.
  • Proficient in both spoken and written English; fluency in Mandarin and / or Malay / Tamil and at least one dialect is preferred.
  • Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Self-motivated with a strong sense of resilience and commitment to serving individuals in the mental health community.
  • Minimum i year of relevant experience

    • We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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    Written English

    Interpersonal Skills

    Inventory

    Social Services

    Administration

    Event Management

    Digital Literacy

    Mental Health

    Communication Skills

    Microsoft Word

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