Social Work Assistant

The Metta Home for the Disabled and Metta Home Day Activity Centre () were set up in December 2000 to offer community care options to adults with intellectual disabilities who are aged between 18 and 55. Funded by the Ministry of Community Development, Youth and Sports (MCYS), the former is a purpose-built facility designed to accommodate 103 residents, whereas the latter is supported under the MSF and Tote Board Social Service Fund to provide day care services for a capacity of 50 beneficiaries.

Our programmes aim to equip all recipients with the skills and means to lead independent and fulfilling lives, so as to achieve social integration and quality of life. Tending them with holistic care and working closely with their primary caregivers to provide well-rounded support is a multi-disciplinary team comprising a social worker, training officers, staff nurses, assistant nurses, nursing and therapy aides.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Social Work Support:

• Review and update means testing results and subsidy levels of clients.
• Assist in monitoring outcome management and client satisfaction data.
• Conduct home and hospital visits to support the Registered Social Worker.
• Assist in the application process for relevant assistance schemes and community resources for clients and caregivers.
• Support in caregiver and staff training for psycho-educational programs or workshops.
• Assist the Registered Social Worker with client admissions, discharges, and case conferences.
• Ensure compliance with MSF/SG Enable guidelines and requirements.
• Handle MFEC card applications for ADH clients.

2. Administrative Support:

• Assist in meeting audit and licensing requirements for both DACs and ADH.
• Maintain client databases, case files, and funding/subsidy records.
• Prepare and submit VWOTS.
• Submit monthly financial reports to HQ for ADH and both DACs.

3. Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in community and volunteer events to build partnerships.
• Assist in organizing client events and outings.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Registered Social Worker or Manager.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of related experience.
• Certificate or Diploma in Social Sciences (Social Work).
• Experience in the disability or special needs sector is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Hardworking, meticulous, and responsible.

Join Us:

Become a part of Metta Welfare Association and make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities. If you are passionate about social work and committed to enhancing the quality of life for others, we invite you to join our dedicated team and contribute to our community-focused mission.