Youth Worker #Tampines

Working Hours

• Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:00am–4:00pm
• Wed: 9:00am–4:00pm

Key Roles

• Meet and build rapport with students needing intervention; discuss emotions and experiences

• Identify underlying issues (social, emotional, trauma, etc.) to plan effective interventions and build resilience

• Address concerns (stress, mental health, socio-emotional well-being) and equip students with coping strategies

• Mentor students, providing guidance, motivation, and emotional support

• Customise and implement engagement programmes for individuals/groups (e.g., absentee re-entry, adventure-based activities, after-school care)

• Conduct home visits, meetings with stakeholders, and make referrals as appropriate

• Monitor and communicate with stakeholders to follow up

• Maintain proper documentation and submit weekly case summaries

• Manage administrative load with external stakeholders

• Share counselling tips with teachers and stakeholders at least once a term

• Follow school SOPs for consultation, feedback, and parent engagement; uphold confidentiality of counselling records

Requirements

• At least a Diploma in Counselling, Psychology, or equivalent

• Experience counselling