Total 44 job vacancies by Presbyterian Community Social Services Ltd.

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with MildIntellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old whohave Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. Theschool is a non profit organisation under the Presbyterian Community Services.We are looking for a resilient and motivated person who can be part of ourcorporate team to make a difference in the special education landscape.

Job Description
The Corporate Support Officer will report to the Manager (Admin and Finance) toprovide clerical and administrative support for the smooth and effectiveday-to-day operations of the school. You will be involved in various aspects ofthe school administration and operations such as frontline service,procurement, student affairs, as well as personnel matters.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist with administrative and clerical duties including the management of the reception counter of the general office.
• Handle calls and enquiries, answer and/or transfer of phone calls and take down messages as required.
• Oversee and manage the key retrieval system.
• Attend to student’s needs at sick bay such as injuries and other safety/health-related matters.
• Facilitate & seek management’s approval for student’s early dismissal, update in Dismissal App.
• Update students’ class attendance for teachers who are not in school.
• Process students’ activity information and consent forms.
• Print circulars, letters, assessment papers and office memoranda.
• Prepare and verify correspondence and documents.
• Maintain and update a systematic filing system.
• Requisite, replenish and distribute stationery, first-aid and other supplies as required.
• Facilitate students’ annual dental & health check up with Health Promotion Board.
• Facilitate students’ photo taking for school smart cards, NRIC registration with ICA, National Service registration.
• Filing of students’ P-file.
• Process students’ School Smart Cards (SSC) and Developing Disability Register (DDR) card applications.
• Coordinate students’ booklists and uniforms.
• Schedule, prepare and set-up meetings, including buying refreshments for meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Administrative Manager or School Management.

Requirements:

• Minimum GCE 'O' levels or equivalent with competence in English and a second language.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team, as well as independently.
• Relevant work experience in general administration, personnel, procurement, and training administration. Work experience in school administration will be favourable.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office applications and comfortable in using IT systems.

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Description:

•       Plan and carry out lessons to nurture and stimulate the development of students with special needs

•       Monitor and maintain the discipline in the classes

•       Provide a safe and stimulating educational environment to ensure the well-being of students

•       Communicate with parents /caregivers so as to provide pastoral care and counselling helps to students

•       Plan and conduct CCAs and enrichment activities as assigned

•       Contribute to the assigned committee(s) in an active and constructive manner

Requirements:

•       Recognised University Degree /Diploma / DISE

•       Excellent command of the English language

•       Passion and commitment in guiding children to excel

•       Boldness to meet challenges in adynamic environment

•       Good team player quality with personal initiative

•       Strong work ethics and pleasant disposition

•       Relevant experience in teaching students with autism will be an advantage

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist, under the supervision of the Head of Department (Allied Professionals), is a member of the school’s AP Department. He / She is responsible to provide direct occupational therapy services (assessment, intervention and evaluation) to students with Mild Intellectual Disability, as well as those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The Occupational Therapist will maintain a caseload as assigned by the Head of Department (AP), carry out therapy and maintain updated records of student’s casefiles. He / She will participate in case consultations and provide relevant support services to benefit students and their families. The standard of professional practice will be ethical and delivered with due consideration to the relevant legislation and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Identify and assess individual therapy needs of students using standardised assessment tools and school in-house assessment forms.

2. Facilitate development of appropriate and effective tools for identification, assessment, intervention of students.

3. Formulate and implement individual / group therapy programme for students.

4. Involve in the school’s process of Individual Education Plan (IEP) for students under caseload.

5. Provide intervention for students on a one-to-one basis, group, class or special setting based on the needs of the students.

6. Evaluate and document students’ therapy needs and progress regularly, and review the effectiveness of the intervention.

7. Provide consultation and update students’ status to the relevant staff members and caregivers.

8. Work in collaboration with teaching/non-teaching staff and caregivers for the effective enhancement of services.

9. Work with external agencies e.g. hospitals, external therapists for the effective enhancement of services.

10. Develop and review department and related policies in conjunction with the management.

11. Maintain and update students’ case files with relevant documentation records and reports.

12. Conduct relevant in-house training for school staff, parents and caregivers.

13. Conduct initial screening for all new students enrolled into the school.

14. Maintain proper usage of equipment in the Occupational Therapy Room and update the need to replace or purchase therapy equipment /resources on ad-hoc basis.

15. Assist in the development and management of the budget for the Department.

16. Assist in the stock-take and control of inventory of the Department.

17. Attend meetings / training to keep abreast of the latest trends and developments to develop and maintain skills that increase effectiveness.

18. Perform other duties and be involved in committee work as assigned by the school management.

Requirement

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy recognised by Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
• Full Registration with AHPC
• Commitment in delivering excellent service
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, responsible and show high level initiative

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with MildIntellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old whohave Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. Theschool is a non profit organisation under the Presbyterian Community Services.We are looking for a resilient and motivated person who can be part of ourcorporate team to make a difference in the special education landscape.

Job Description
The Corporate Support Officer will report to the Manager (Admin and Finance) toprovide clerical and administrative support for the smooth and effectiveday-to-day operations of the school. You will be involved in various aspects ofthe school administration and operations such as frontline service,procurement, student affairs, as well as personnel matters.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist with administrative and clerical duties including the management of the reception counter of the general office.
• Handle calls and enquiries, answer and/or transfer of phone calls and take down messages as required.
• Oversee and manage the key retrieval system.
• Attend to student’s needs at sick bay such as injuries and other safety/health-related matters.
• Facilitate & seek management’s approval for student’s early dismissal, update in Dismissal App.
• Update students’ class attendance for teachers who are not in school.
• Process students’ activity information and consent forms.
• Print circulars, letters, assessment papers and office memoranda.
• Prepare and verify correspondence and documents.
• Maintain and update a systematic filing system.
• Requisite, replenish and distribute stationery, first-aid and other supplies as required.
• Facilitate students’ annual dental & health check up with Health Promotion Board.
• Facilitate students’ photo taking for school smart cards, NRIC registration with ICA, National Service registration.
• Filing of students’ P-file.
• Process students’ School Smart Cards (SSC) and Developing Disability Register (DDR) card applications.
• Coordinate students’ booklists and uniforms.
• Schedule, prepare and set-up meetings, including buying refreshments for meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Administrative Manager or School Management.

Requirements:

• Minimum GCE 'O' levels or equivalent with competence in English and a second language.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team, as well as independently.
• Relevant work experience in general administration, personnel, procurement, and training administration. Work experience in school administration will be favourable.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office applications and comfortable in using IT systems.

The Social Worker, under the supervision of the Head of Department (Allied Professionals), is a member of the school’s AP Department. He or she works via an inter-disciplinary model with fellow allied professionals, teaching staff and parents or caregivers, and is responsible in providing support services and intervention to benefit students and their families, when difficulties exist and they interfere with the students obtaining maximum educational benefits.  He or she will maintain professional relationships with students and their families, acting as a guide, advocate and or supporter so that they are able to help themselves. He or she will participate in case consultations and provide relevant support services to benefit students and their families. The standard of professional practice will be ethical and delivered with due consideration to the relevant legislation and procedures.

Responsibilities

·       Provide financial assistance services to needy students in accordance with the school’s financial assistance scheme policies.

·       Conduct family and social assessment of students’ needs when necessary.

·       Provide interventions to students to support and maximize learning and adjustment.

·       Provide crisis intervention support in line with the school policies, including recommendations for financial assistance and supporting child protection cases.

·       Conduct family interviews for Placement Assessment Screening (PAS) and co-ordinate with AP staff to support placement and transition for new admission.

·       Maintain and update students’ case records with relevant documentation reports.

·       Provide consultation and update students’ progress to the relevant staff members and caregivers.

·       Conduct home visits when necessary.

·       Work in collaboration with teaching/non-teaching staff and caregivers for the effective enhancement of services.

·       Work with external agencies e.g. family service centres for the effective enhancement of services.

·       Involve in the school’s interdisciplinary process of Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Transition Plan (ITP).

·       Recruit, train, and co-ordinate volunteers.

·       Conduct relevant in-house training for school staff, parents and caregivers.

·       Develop and review department and related policies in conjunction with the management.

·       Assist in the development and management of the budget for the AP department.

·       Assist in the stock-take and control of inventory of the AP department.

·       Work in collaboration with teaching/non-teaching staff in various school committees including school event planning, subject curriculum and school programmes.

·       Attend school meetings e.g. staff contact time, department meetings, committee meetings, interdisciplinary meetings and school holiday staff meetings etc. to keep updated of school matters and planning.

·       Attend internal and external trainings e.g. professional learning teams to keep abreast of the latest trends and developments to develop and maintain skills that increase effectiveness.

·       Perform other duties and be involved in committee work as assigned by the school management.

Requirement

·       Bachelor Degree in Social Work or Graduate Diploma in Social Work.

·       Minimum 3 years of experience in social service sector.

·       Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Singapore Association of Social Workers is preferred.

·       Good communication & interpersonal skills.

·       Reliable, responsible and show high level initiative.

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Summary

As a vocational coach, you will develop and deliver the Vocational Education curriculum and shape the continuum of work experience for students, aged between 13 and 18 years old, with mild intellectual disability and/or autism spectrum disorder. You will also work closely with the community and industry partners to provide tailored and meaningful on-the-job learning opportunities for our students and ensure their smooth transition to the workplace.

Duties and Responsibilities

A) Curriculum Teaching and Learning

• Develop and implement training plans for students on Work Experience covering the teaching of relevant soft and hard skills in alignment with the curriculum.
• Design and customise training and assessment materials and tools to support and enhance student learning and engagement.
• Monitor and track student’s progress and provide ongoing feedback for their improvement
• Review and improve the curriculum and implement to enhance student learning, experience and outcomes.

B) Design and Implement the Continuum of Work Experience

• Design and implement a continuum of Work Experience for the different student profile(s).
• Identify and engage community and industry partners to create relevant and meaningful work-based opportunities to meet students’ strengths, interests and aspirations
• Collaborate with teachers, Allied Professionals, and community partners to co-develop skills development activities for students as part of the pre-placement preparation and training. Skills could include grooming and interview skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and Allied Professionals in co-planning and co-delivering the Vocational Education curriculum (i.e. vocational guidance, soft skills and hard skills) through the Continuum of Work Experience.
• Plan, design and implement work experiences in school, community and workplaces catering to students’ interests, strengths and working goals
• Work closely with community and industry partners to increase their understanding and support of our students’ learning and skills development in the workplace.
• Design and conduct pre-placement training and assessment. Liaise with work site personnel to put in place appropriate job accommodations and modifications according to students’ profiles and needs as well as requirement of the employers.
• Conduct regular assessment, monitoring and evaluation of students’ progress and performance at Work Experience using appropriate tools.

C) Provide Vocational Coaching and Career Guidance

• Develop the Individual Transition Plan for students with their teachers, Allied Professionals and parents to ensure smooth transition from school to post-school employment or further education.
• Identify suitable work experience for students according to students’ interests and strengths in alignment to their Individual Transition Plan.
• Accompany and provide on-site coaching and instruction to students on Work Experience.
• Plan and conduct career preparation/awareness activities such as site visits, field trips, school-based / community-based work experience for students.
• Ensure students attain the requirement for the work experience attachment, including the attainment of the WSQ Food Hygiene SOA, as applicable.

D) Communicate with Internal and External Stakeholders

• Share knowledge and insights on students’ interests, strengths and aspirations, and work progress, to the relevant stakeholders so as to garner support and facilitate effective coaching.
• Provide timely feedback on students’ progress, key areas of strengths and growth to families at suitable platforms.
• Forge and sustain strategic partnerships with volunteers, community and industry partners through creating awareness and capacity building.
• Advocate for opportunities for students to practice their skills in authentic settings

E) Administration / Other duties

• Manage administrative matters such as insurance and allowance for students on work attachments and internships
• Carry out procurement of training materials and tools for the work experience programme.
• Organise and maintain proper documentation in the School Management System on student attendance, data and records in relation to vocational training and work experience for reporting and decision making.
• Contribute to the assigned committee/team/taskforce in an engaged and constructive manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Recognised Diploma (minimum) and above academic qualification
• Relevant training in special education **
• At least 3 to 5 years of working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and or autism **
• Prior experience in vocational training, assessment or placement and job support **
• Effective communication, and able to build or maintain positive working relationship with internal and external partners
• Good organizational skills to ensure optimal utilization of resources for the vocational training and work experience programme

**preferred but not compulsory

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Summary:

The Psychologist, under the supervision of the Head of Department (Allied Professionals), is a member of the school’s AP Department. He / She provides psychological services within an inter-disciplinary setting, applying an array of psychometric assessments and intervention for clients with Mild Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. He / She works collaboratively with fellow allied professionals, teaching staff, and parents /caregivers to facilitate learning and development of the students by promoting and supporting their cognitive, social, emotional and behavioral needs. He /She will conduct and participate in case conferences / consultations, and home visits, as well as provide relevant support services to benefit students and their families. The standard of professional practice will be ethical and delivered with due consideration to the relevant legislation and procedures.

Job Description:

Psychological assessments

· Conduct psychological assessments and other standardized tests for students when required.

· Conduct Placement Assessment Screening (PAS) and co-ordinate with AP staff to support placement and transition for new admission.

· Develop a clinical or professional formulation for routine cases and common psychological problems.

· Incorporate theoretical knowledge and evidence-based approaches to determine appropriate psychological formulations.

Interventions

· Applying psychological theory and scientific research to manage complex psychological problems that require individually tailored interventions.

· Deliver evidence-based interventions to students and theircaregivers to support their psychological, socioemotional, behavioural andlearning needs.

· Provide crisis intervention support in line with the school policies, including recommendations for financial assistance and supporting child protection cases.

· Write formal psychological reports and make formal recommendations or actions to be taken when required.

Collaborative practices

· Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders for the effective enhancement of services.

· Provide psychological inputs to other specialized departments and relevant professionals

· Liaise and co-ordinate with school staff to obtain /provide adequate information to advocate the best options for students’ development/placement.

· Contribute to the school’s interdisciplinary process of Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Transition Plan (ITP).

Professional practices

· Maintain and update case documentation with relevant records and reports, and update students’ status to the relevant staff members and caregivers.

· Demonstrates the scientific-practitioner approach by carrying out research on prevention, diagnosis, assessment and treatment of psychological or learning disorders.

· Identify areas of improvement in psychological services and models of care in conjunction with the management.

· Adhere to professional standards in clinical and legal and ethical practices

Training/ supervision

· Assist in the delivery of training programmes for school staff, parents and caregivers.

· Attend internal and external trainings e.g. professional learning teams to keep abreast of the latest trends and developments to develop and maintain skills that increase effectiveness.

Administrative/ school duties

· Assist in the development and management of the budget for the Department.

· Assist in the stock-take and control of inventory of the Department.

· Attend school meetings e.g. staff contact time, department meetings, committee meetings, interdisciplinary meetings and school holiday staff meetings etc. to keep updated of school matters and planning.

· Perform other duties and be involved in committee work as assigned by the school management.

Requirements:

• At least a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology or related field

• Registered Psychologist with Singapore Psychological Society (SPS)

• Previous working experience in schools (mainstream and/or SPED schools) and working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder is preferred

• Strong analytical and organisational skills

• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced work environment

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Summary

The Speech Therapist, under the supervision of the Head of Department (Allied Professionals), is a member of the school’s AP Department. He / She works via an inter-disciplinary model with fellow allied professionals, teaching staff and parents / caregivers in providing speech therapy intervention (assessment, intervention, consultation and evaluation) to students with Mild Intellectual Disability, as well as those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. He / She will participate in case consultations and provide relevant support services to benefit students and their families. The standard of professional practice will be ethical and delivered with due consideration to the relevant legislation and procedures.

Job Description:

•       Identify and assess individual therapy needs of students using standardized assessment tools and school in-house assessment forms.

•       Facilitate development of appropriate and effective tools for identification, assessment, intervention of students.

•       Formulate and implement individual/group therapy programme for students.

•       Involve in the school’s interdisciplinary process of Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Transition Plan (ITP).

•       Provide intervention for students on a one-to-one basis, group, class, work experience or special setting based on the needs of the students.

•       Evaluate and document students’ therapy needs and progress regularly, and review the effectiveness of the intervention .

•       Provide consultation and update students’ status to the relevant staff members and caregivers.

•       Work in collaboration with teaching/non-teaching staff and caregivers for the effective enhancement of services.

•       Work with external agencies e.g. hospitals, external therapists for the effective enhancement of services.

•       Develop and review department and related policies in conjunction with the management.

•       Maintain and update students’ case records with relevant documentation reports.

•       Conduct relevant in-house training for school staff, parents and caregivers e.g. workshops, professional learning sessions etc.

•       Conduct placement assessment screening for all new students enrolled into the school.

•       Conduct home visits when necessary.

•       Work in collaboration with teaching/non-teaching staff in various school committees including school event planning, subject curriculum and school programmes.

•       Maintain proper inventory and usage of therapy items/resources in the therapy rooms and update the need to replace or purchase them when needed.

•       Assist in the development and management of the budget for the Department.

•       Attend school meetings e.g. staff contact time, department meetings, committee meetings, interdisciplinary meetings and school holiday staff meetings etc. to keep updated on school matters and planning.

•       Attend internal and external trainings e.g. professional learning teams to keep abreast of the latest trends and developments to develop and maintain skills that increase effectiveness.

•       Perform other duties and be involved in committee work as assigned by the school management e.g. guide therapy assistants in supporting intervention work with the students.

Requirements:

•       At least a Bachelor Degree in (Speech & Language Pathology)

•       Eligible to register with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) in Singapore as conditional registrant or full registrant

•       Previous working experience in schools

•       Passion to work with children, youths and their families

•       Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced work environment

Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non-profit organisation under the Presbyterian Community Services. We are looking for a resilient and motivated person who can be part of our corporate team to make a difference in the special education landscape.

Job Description

The Finance Executive reports to and is under supervision of the Senior Manager (Admin & Finance).  You will be responsible for the finance functions in the school in accordance with established school policies and procedures – including undertaking administrative & database processes.

We are looking for a resilient and motivated person who likes to operate independently and able to thrive in a dynamic work environment with suitable guidance and to make a difference in the special education (SPED) landscape.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Daily invoice processing, process weekly cash collection

• Perform finance data entry and bank reconciliation into School Management System

• Process payments to vendors, reimbursement to staff

• Process quarterly student fees collection by GIRO with bank, Edusave / PSEA deduction authorisation 

• Process Enrichment program forms &fees collection, awards forms & funds disbursement

• Issue official receipts for cheques/cash collected upon request

• Monitor collection of student school fees

• Monitor and perform GRN

• Filling, archiving, and disposing of Finance documents 

• Prepare quarterly GST submission, reimbursement claim on SPED FAS (half yearly) 

• Prepare draft audited financial statements, audit schedules, PBC list

• Verify year-end budget, mid-year budget revision, additional budget, budget savings declaration

• Annual booklist collections &issuance of receipts upon request

• Support field audit by external auditors

• Assets Sighting and labeling for tagging of fixed assets 

• Other work as assigned by Senior Management & Manager

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data

• Ability to manage high-volume, transactional work (e.g. invoicing, payments, reimbursements)

• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines

• Responsible, proactive, and willing to learn

• Good communication and interpersonal skills for coordination with internal &external stakeholders

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Requirements

• Diploma in Accountancy, Finance, or ACCA equivalent professional qualification

• 2 to 3 years of relevant accounting experience

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

• Experience with accounting software (e.g. SAP, MYOB, QuickBooks, or similar) is an advantage

• Familiarity with compliance requirements (e.g. GST, basic regulatory guidelines) would be anadded advantage

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Description:

•       Assist the class teacher in the preparation for daily teaching & learning activities and to present /reinforce learning concepts both in and outside school

•       Provide support to class teacher so as to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment for students

•       Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments and projects

•       Assist to communicate with parents /caregivers on matters relating to class students

•       Plan and conduct CCAs and enrichment activities as assigned

Requirement:

•       Minimum ‘O’ level academic qualification

•       Good command of the English language

•       Passion and commitment in guiding children to excel

•       Boldness to meet challenges in adynamic environment

•       Good team player quality with personal initiative

•       Strong work ethics and pleasant disposition

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist, under the supervision of the Head of Department (Allied Professionals), is a member of the school’s AP Department. He / She is responsible to provide direct occupational therapy services (assessment, intervention and evaluation) to students with Mild Intellectual Disability, as well as those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The Occupational Therapist will maintain a caseload as assigned by the Head of Department (AP), carry out therapy and maintain updated records of student’s casefiles. He / She will participate in case consultations and provide relevant support services to benefit students and their families. The standard of professional practice will be ethical and delivered with due consideration to the relevant legislation and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Identify and assess individual therapy needs of students using standardised assessment tools and school in-house assessment forms.

2. Facilitate development of appropriate and effective tools for identification, assessment, intervention of students.

3. Formulate and implement individual / group therapy programme for students.

4. Involve in the school’s process of Individual Education Plan (IEP) for students under caseload.

5. Provide intervention for students on a one-to-one basis, group, class or special setting based on the needs of the students.

6. Evaluate and document students’ therapy needs and progress regularly, and review the effectiveness of the intervention.

7. Provide consultation and update students’ status to the relevant staff members and caregivers.

8. Work in collaboration with teaching/non-teaching staff and caregivers for the effective enhancement of services.

9. Work with external agencies e.g. hospitals, external therapists for the effective enhancement of services.

10. Develop and review department and related policies in conjunction with the management.

11. Maintain and update students’ case files with relevant documentation records and reports.

12. Conduct relevant in-house training for school staff, parents and caregivers.

13. Conduct initial screening for all new students enrolled into the school.

14. Maintain proper usage of equipment in the Occupational Therapy Room and update the need to replace or purchase therapy equipment /resources on ad-hoc basis.

15. Assist in the development and management of the budget for the Department.

16. Assist in the stock-take and control of inventory of the Department.

17. Attend meetings / training to keep abreast of the latest trends and developments to develop and maintain skills that increase effectiveness.

18. Perform other duties and be involved in committee work as assigned by the school management.

Requirement

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy recognised by Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
• Full Registration with AHPC
• Commitment in delivering excellent service
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, responsible and show high level initiative

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Summary:

The Psychologist, under the supervision of the Head of Department (Allied Professionals), is a member of the school’s AP Department. He / She provides psychological services within an inter-disciplinary setting, applying an array of psychometric assessments and intervention for clients with Mild Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. He / She works collaboratively with fellow allied professionals, teaching staff, and parents /caregivers to facilitate learning and development of the students by promoting and supporting their cognitive, social, emotional and behavioral needs. He /She will conduct and participate in case conferences / consultations, and home visits, as well as provide relevant support services to benefit students and their families. The standard of professional practice will be ethical and delivered with due consideration to the relevant legislation and procedures.

Job Description:

Psychological assessments

· Conduct psychological assessments and other standardized tests for students when required.

· Conduct Placement Assessment Screening (PAS) and co-ordinate with AP staff to support placement and transition for new admission.

· Develop a clinical or professional formulation for routine cases and common psychological problems.

· Incorporate theoretical knowledge and evidence-based approaches to determine appropriate psychological formulations.

Interventions

· Applying psychological theory and scientific research to manage complex psychological problems that require individually tailored interventions.

· Deliver evidence-based interventions to students and theircaregivers to support their psychological, socioemotional, behavioural andlearning needs.

· Provide crisis intervention support in line with the school policies, including recommendations for financial assistance and supporting child protection cases.

· Write formal psychological reports and make formal recommendations or actions to be taken when required.

Collaborative practices

· Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders for the effective enhancement of services.

· Provide psychological inputs to other specialized departments and relevant professionals

· Liaise and co-ordinate with school staff to obtain /provide adequate information to advocate the best options for students’ development/placement.

· Contribute to the school’s interdisciplinary process of Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Transition Plan (ITP).

Professional practices

· Maintain and update case documentation with relevant records and reports, and update students’ status to the relevant staff members and caregivers.

· Demonstrates the scientific-practitioner approach by carrying out research on prevention, diagnosis, assessment and treatment of psychological or learning disorders.

· Identify areas of improvement in psychological services and models of care in conjunction with the management.

· Adhere to professional standards in clinical and legal and ethical practices

Training/ supervision

· Assist in the delivery of training programmes for school staff, parents and caregivers.

· Attend internal and external trainings e.g. professional learning teams to keep abreast of the latest trends and developments to develop and maintain skills that increase effectiveness.

Administrative/ school duties

· Assist in the development and management of the budget for the Department.

· Assist in the stock-take and control of inventory of the Department.

· Attend school meetings e.g. staff contact time, department meetings, committee meetings, interdisciplinary meetings and school holiday staff meetings etc. to keep updated of school matters and planning.

· Perform other duties and be involved in committee work as assigned by the school management.

Requirements:

• At least a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology or related field

• Registered Psychologist with Singapore Psychological Society (SPS)

• Previous working experience in schools (mainstream and/or SPED schools) and working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder is preferred

• Strong analytical and organisational skills

• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced work environment

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Description:

•       Assist the class teacher in the preparation for daily teaching & learning activities and to present /reinforce learning concepts both in and outside school

•       Provide support to class teacher so as to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment for students

•       Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments and projects

•       Assist to communicate with parents /caregivers on matters relating to class students

•       Plan and conduct CCAs and enrichment activities as assigned

Requirement:

•       Minimum ‘O’ level academic qualification

•       Good command of the English language

•       Passion and commitment in guiding children to excel

•       Boldness to meet challenges in adynamic environment

•       Good team player quality with personal initiative

•       Strong work ethics and pleasant disposition

Employer: Grace Orchard School
Grace Orchard School caters to students who have been diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID) and those with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD). The school is specifically for students ranging from 7-18 years old who have Intellectual Quotient (IQ) which falls within the range of 50-70. The school is a non- profit organisation under Presbyterian Community Social Services (PCS).

Job Description:

•       Plan and carry out lessons to nurture and stimulate the development of students with special needs

•       Monitor and maintain the discipline in the classes

•       Provide a safe and stimulating educational environment to ensure the well-being of students

•       Communicate with parents /caregivers so as to provide pastoral care and counselling helps to students

•       Plan and conduct CCAs and enrichment activities as assigned

•       Contribute to the assigned committee(s) in an active and constructive manner

Requirements:

•       Recognised University Degree /Diploma / DISE

•       Excellent command of the English language

•       Passion and commitment in guiding children to excel

•       Boldness to meet challenges in adynamic environment

•       Good team player quality with personal initiative

•       Strong work ethics and pleasant disposition

•       Relevant experience in teaching students with autism will be an advantage

The Social Worker, under the supervision of the Head of Department (Allied Professionals), is a member of the school’s AP Department. He or she works via an inter-disciplinary model with fellow allied professionals, teaching staff and parents or caregivers, and is responsible in providing support services and intervention to benefit students and their families, when difficulties exist and they interfere with the students obtaining maximum educational benefits.  He or she will maintain professional relationships with students and their families, acting as a guide, advocate and or supporter so that they are able to help themselves. He or she will participate in case consultations and provide relevant support services to benefit students and their families. The standard of professional practice will be ethical and delivered with due consideration to the relevant legislation and procedures.

Responsibilities

·       Provide financial assistance services to needy students in accordance with the school’s financial assistance scheme policies.

·       Conduct family and social assessment of students’ needs when necessary.

·       Provide interventions to students to support and maximize learning and adjustment.

·       Provide crisis intervention support in line with the school policies, including recommendations for financial assistance and supporting child protection cases.

·       Conduct family interviews for Placement Assessment Screening (PAS) and co-ordinate with AP staff to support placement and transition for new admission.

·       Maintain and update students’ case records with relevant documentation reports.

·       Provide consultation and update students’ progress to the relevant staff members and caregivers.

·       Conduct home visits when necessary.

·       Work in collaboration with teaching/non-teaching staff and caregivers for the effective enhancement of services.

·       Work with external agencies e.g. family service centres for the effective enhancement of services.

·       Involve in the school’s interdisciplinary process of Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Transition Plan (ITP).

·       Recruit, train, and co-ordinate volunteers.

·       Conduct relevant in-house training for school staff, parents and caregivers.

·       Develop and review department and related policies in conjunction with the management.

·       Assist in the development and management of the budget for the AP department.

·       Assist in the stock-take and control of inventory of the AP department.

·       Work in collaboration with teaching/non-teaching staff in various school committees including school event planning, subject curriculum and school programmes.

·       Attend school meetings e.g. staff contact time, department meetings, committee meetings, interdisciplinary meetings and school holiday staff meetings etc. to keep updated of school matters and planning.

·       Attend internal and external trainings e.g. professional learning teams to keep abreast of the latest trends and developments to develop and maintain skills that increase effectiveness.

·       Perform other duties and be involved in committee work as assigned by the school management.

Requirement

·       Bachelor Degree in Social Work or Graduate Diploma in Social Work.

·       Minimum 3 years of experience in social service sector.

·       Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Singapore Association of Social Workers is preferred.

·       Good communication & interpersonal skills.

·       Reliable, responsible and show high level initiative.