Social Worker (EIPIC)

JOB SCOPE/ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Social Worker role will provide social work intervention and comprehensive case management for children and their families in the Early Intervention Programme for Infants and Children (EIPIC) programme. They work closely with Early Intervention professionals in a transdisciplinary team and with partners across the EI and disability sector.

Key responsibilities include conducting intake and needs assessments, guiding families through the orientation process, and identifying complexity, risks, and protective factors to plan appropriate interventions. This includes information and referral, basic counselling, and practising family-centred approaches aligned with the Early Childhood Holistic Outcome Framework. Social workers also support families through transition planning and work with parents and external stakeholders on applications to SPED or mainstream schools.

Case Management and Client Intervention

• Handle initial I&R enquiries and perform preliminary assessments for programme as needed.
• Manage financial needs and conduct financial assessments to determine required applications.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and formulate intervention plans to support clients' independence, integration, and community participation.
• Manage a caseload across varying risk levels, applying critical thinking and clinical judgment in planning interventions.
• Coordinate and facilitate referrals to appropriate services and community resources to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide trauma-informed, person-centred, strengths-based psycho-emotional support to clients and caregivers.
• Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with agencies to enhance service delivery and client empowerment (e.g., vocational reintegration, transitional planning).
• Participate in transdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and joint care planning with therapists and allied health professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with professional and organizational standards.
• Conduct case closures with measurable, sustainable client outcomes while exercising professional autonomy.

Community Development and Outreach

• Identify emerging client and community needs through trend analysis and community engagement.
• Initiate, plan, lead, and execute outreach efforts to raise awareness and extend services to underserved populations.
• Engage stakeholders and community partners to co-develop capacity-building initiatives and inclusive support networks.

Group Work, Caregiver Support and Capacity Building

• Design, facilitate, and evaluate groupwork interventions for clients and caregivers.
• Organize and lead psychoeducational training sessions and caregiver support groups to build resilience and enhance caregiving capacity.
• Offer emotional support and counselling to caregivers to address stress, burnout, and related challenges.

Project management and Programme Implementation

• Lead and coordinate community-based projects and social work initiatives (e.g., caregiver support programmes), ensuring alignment with objectives and client/community needs.
• Apply project management skills including planning, stakeholder management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.

Professional Development

• Engage in regular supervision and reflective practice to enhance professional competencies.
• Maintain registration and professional development requirements as per the Social Work accreditation board.
• Participate in training, workshops, and research activities to deepen specialized knowledge and stay updated with best practices.
• Provide mentorship or supervision to junior Social Workers and Social Work Associates, where applicable

Admin Duties

• Provide timely and accurate data for reporting, audits, and programme evaluation purposes.
• Contribute to cross-divisional initiatives, special projects, and organization-wide events.
• Support evening and weekend outreach activities, if required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Reporting Officer in alignment with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Social Work from recognised institutions.
• Registered with the Singapore Association of Social Workers (RSW status).
• Experience in direct social work practice, preferably in the disability or community-based sector.
• Strong analytical and clinical reasoning skills, with the ability to assess, plan, and implement appropriate interventions.
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to manage complex client situations and systems.
• Self-motivated, responsible, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage clients, families, and community partners.
• Proficient in professional documentation and report writing.
• Collaborative team player with experience working in transdisciplinary teams.