Programme Assistant (Special Student Care Centre)

Primary Objectives of Position

Provide holistic care and support to the physical and emotional well-being of cilents with special needs between 7 to 18 years old in AWWA Special Student Care Centre (SSCC).

Job Responsibilities

Work closely with the team to provide holistic care and support to the physical and emotional well-being of clients in SSCC.

Set Individual Care Plan (ICP) and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for clients under care and follow through with the plan and training schedule.

Monitor and record progress and activities of clients in the case notes and submit monthly. This includes but not limited to the Happy Face Survey, attendance recording and skin/temperature records which are recorded weekly/monthly.

Communicate with parents pertaining to client’s progress, enrichment activities and operation’s matters promptly.

Assess, develop, plan, implement and evaluate enrichment activities for the clients.

Supervise and/or assist clients during napping, mealtime, showering, grooming, toileting and other activities pertaining to adaptive daily living.

Manage client’s behavior using appropriate behavioral intervention techniques.

Monitor the inventory of designated rooms and update the staff in-charge for replenishment.

Record and maintain incident reports and update other relevant documents timely.

Support annual Individual Care Plan and progress discussion with parents/caregivers.

Ensure that a safe, hygienic and supportive learning environment is provided for the clients.

Buddy new programme assistant / interns and relief staff in orientating their roles into the centre using the standard guidelines.

Assist Centre Manager/Supervisor to provide guidance to programme assistants when necessary.

Champion and lead one committee with a team of members:

Coordinate, execute and monitor feedback/updates and follow-up.

Assign roles to team member, guide and monitor progress/commitment.

Submit weekly/monthly report and action plans.

Review Committee process and guidelines

Job Requirements

GCE O Levels or NITEC in Nursing/Community Service

At least 2-3 years working experience with persons with disabilities or special needs children with constant good performance.

Behavior management for children with special needs

Microsoft Office Skills particularly in PowerPoint, Excel & Microsoft Words

Preferably First Aid trained

Team player, positive mindset and proactive

Adaptable

Be able to anticipate of change and make quick and fair adjustment to the daily operation according to work.

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