RESPONSIBILITIES

The role of a SPED Contract Teacher is to design and develop specialised lesson plans to help students with special needs to cope and achieve their learning objectives. The SPED Contract Teacher will be working closely with allied health professionals, social workers, psychologists, families and the community so as to help the students to reach their fullest potential and enjoy an enhanced quality of life.

Curriculum and Instructional Excellence

Holistic Student Development

Professional Development

Projects, Programs and Initiatives

Partnerships and Stakeholder Management

Organization Management and Development

REQUIREMENTS

· At least 2 ‘A’/ H2 Level passes and 2 AO/H1 passes (including GP or Knowledge Inquiry) or a recognized local polytechnic diploma

· A good overall International Baccalaureate Diploma score

· Having a Diploma in Special Education (DISE) would be advantageous

· Will be required to attend Diploma in Special Education (DISE) once hired

· A heart to serve in the special needs sector

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Dr 1, Cerebral Palsy Centre, Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified on the outcome of the job application.

OVERVIEW

To assist EI Educator with the provision of, planning and execution of curriculum under supervision of the Head of Department and Interventionists. Participate in Early Intervention Programme related activities and to provide administrative support to the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assist to plan and implement an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for each child in all relevant areas of the curriculum in consultation with other Professional Therapists and Interventionists.

· Prepare and conducts classes for children in Centre both, in a group or individually, in the absence of the Interventionist.

· Contribute to writing projected goals & progress reports in consultation with other attending professionals and Interventionists.

· Contribute to preparation of case conference reports and conducts, under supervision, case conferences with parents/caregivers.

· Maintain close contacts with parents/caregivers.

· Adopt a positive attitude towards team building and work co-operatively with colleagues and parents.

· Assist Interventionists, parents/caregivers in cleaning the students.

REQUIREMENTS

· At least 3’O’-Levels credits, incl. EL1 or acceptable alternatives.

· A Heart to serve in the special needs sector.

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants please email details resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Undertake social casework and provide individual and family counselling as a member of the rehabilitation team.

2. Network with other agencies or community groups to obtain resources to meet the needs of the clients and their family members.

3. Participate in caregivers’ training and support work activities and public education.

4. Provide administrative support to the department.

5. Undertake any duties as assigned by staff-in-charge

REQUIREMENTS:

· A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from a Recognized University

· Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience as a Social Worker or fresh graduate.

· For fresh graduate, to apply for accreditation with Singapore Association of Social Workers for professional practice within 12 months of graduation.

· Listening and Communication skills, Counseling skills and Organizational skills. Has empathy and a sense of compassion. Be able to advocate for clients and caregivers. Skills to do simple assessment of family needs. Skills to collaborate and network with internal and external recourses.

For interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified on the outcome of the job application.

OVERVIEW

To provide occupational Therapy Service to clients from any programme.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assessment, Identification & Implementation of Therapy Programmes (EIPIC/ SPED School/GROW/DAC, OP/HMP)

· Assess and identify individual needs of clients, formulate/develop and implement appropriate individualized occupational therapy programmes. These would include developmental checklist, activities of daily living, upper limb function and control, trunk balance and control, sensory deficits or any other issues, perceptual skills, cognition behavior, and social skills training, pre-vocational and advanced daily living.

· Evaluate and document clients' occupational therapy needs and progress at regular intervals, monitor training programmes and review its effectiveness.

· Provide occupational therapy consultation, support, and upgrade on the clients' progress and status to relevant members of the rehabilitation team, parents, and caregivers.

· Evaluate, prescribe and fabricate/purchase assistive devices as required by the clients to improve function.

· To be able to work in Trans-disciplinary setup

2. Administration

3. Professional/Staff Development

· Supervise daily routine of Junior therapist and Occupational Therapy support staff

· Provide on-the-job training to Junior therapist and Occupational Therapy support staff

Critical core skills:

· To be a good problem solver, decision maker, good collaborator and develop the team members where necessary.

· Facilitate conflict situations through appropriate balance of logic and emotions and oversee behaviours within teams to minimise conflict occurrences

· Budgeting for specific programme

· Identify opportunities for transdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge transfer to facilitate the integration of knowledge from different disciplines

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university recognized by Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore

• At least one specialisation in paediatric area.

• Excellent communication skills with good command of verbal and written English

• Negotiate with others to address issues and achieve mutual consensus

• Possess coaching and mentoring skill.

• Strong commitment and motivation to work with children, adults and caregivers

• Minimum 3 years of experience in any VWO.

• Prior experience in VWO will be an added advantage

• Proficient in Microsoft Words, Excel and PowerPoint

• Good supervision skill to Supervise and mentor junior Therapist, and SIT students

• Lead projects

• To be a good problem solver, decision maker, good team player to lead the team where necessary and able to multitask.

• Anticipate potential problems beyond the current scope and apply higher order problem solving skills

• Able to work closely with all senior/experienced staff in department and organisation, deputy and HOD of occupational Therapy department.

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email details of resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

OVERVIEW

The role of a Healthcare Assistant is to perform basic care functions for students / clients with special needs in the associate and maintain cleanliness of the premises and Facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in basic hygiene/sanitary care duties and looking after student and clients.
• Assist in the general supervision of student and clients, ensuring the general welfare.
• Assist student and clients to board and disembark from vans.
• Assist in movement of student and clients from one activity to the next (for e.g. Waterplay, Hydrotherapy sessions).
• Assist in the feeding.
• Ensure that rules pertaining to personal safety, work hazards and prescribed training procedures are observed by staff, students and clients.
• Carry out proper and regular housekeeping of work site and facilities; perform regular equipment maintenance duties, and ensure cleanliness and tidiness of work and storage areas.
• Report all matters concerning the welfare, safety, and security of students and clients.
• Work as a team and participate positively and actively in the quality service delivery in line with the mission, goals and objectives of the Association.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be physically fit.
• Must be able to converse in simple English.
• Have a compassionate and patient personality.
• Experience in working with persons with special needs is an added advantage.
• A Heart to serve in the special needs sector.

Working Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297

Interested applicants please email details resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

OVERVIEW

The role of a Healthcare Assistant is to perform basic care functions for students / clients with special needs in the associate and maintain cleanliness of the premises and Facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in basic hygiene/sanitary care duties and looking after student and clients.
• Assist in the general supervision of student and clients, ensuring the general welfare.
• Assist student and clients to board and disembark from vans.
• Assist in movement of student and clients from one activity to the next (for e.g. Waterplay, Hydrotherapy sessions).
• Assist in the feeding.
• Ensure that rules pertaining to personal safety, work hazards and prescribed training procedures are observed by staff, students and clients.
• Carry out proper and regular housekeeping of work site and facilities; perform regular equipment maintenance duties, and ensure cleanliness and tidiness of work and storage areas.
• Report all matters concerning the welfare, safety, and security of students and clients.
• Work as a team and participate positively and actively in the quality service delivery in line with the mission, goals and objectives of the Association.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be physically fit.
• Must be able to converse in simple English.
• Have a compassionate and patient personality.
• Experience in working with persons with special needs is an added advantage.
• A Heart to serve in the special needs sector.

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Dr 1, Cerebral Palsy Centre, Singapore 519529

Interested applicants please email details resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

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At Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we value diversity, foster an inclusive culture and champion equitable opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences including people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community.   

We are currently looking for Early Intervention Educator (Contract)

OVERVIEW

An Interventionist (Early Intervention Educator) is a technically skilled person who assists in the development of Infants & Children. Therefore, Interventionist has to undergo and pass a formal training (both theory and practical) programme in Certificate in Special Education (CISE) and or Diploma in Early Childhood or alternatively, any accredited Certificates or Diploma in the discipline of Special Needs Education programme issued and recognised in Singapore or Internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Provides, plans and executes action curriculum
• Participates in Early Intervention Programme related activities
• Provides administrative support to the department
• Maintains good housekeeping and safety standards

Requirements

• A local Polytechnic Diploma or recognized Degree
• New graduates of Advance Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention/ Specialist Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention(Special Needs)/ Certificate in Autism
• Some relevant experience in early intervention
• A heart to serve in the special needs sector

Interested applicants please email details resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

OVERVIEW

To provide Occupational Therapy Service to clients from any programme.

Responsibilities

Assessment, Identification & Implementation of Therapy Programmes

• Assess and identify individual needs of clients, formulate/develop and implement appropriate individualized occupational therapy programmes. These would include developmental checklist, activities of daily living, upper limb function and control, trunk balance and control, sensory deficits or any other issues, perceptual skills, cognition behavior, and social skills training, pre-vocational and advanced daily living.
• Evaluate and document clients' occupational therapy needs and progress at regular intervals, monitor training programmes and review its effectiveness.
• Provide occupational therapy consultation, support, and upgrade on the clients' progress and status to relevant members of the rehabilitation team, parents, and caregivers.
• Evaluate, prescribe and fabricate/purchase assistive devices as required by the clients to improve function.
• To be able to work in Trans disciplinary setup.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university recognized by the Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore.
• Excellent communication skills with good command of verbal and written English.
• Strong commitment and motivation to work with children, adults, and caregivers.
• Prior experience in VWO will be an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• A team player with good organizational skills and able to multi-task.
• A heart to serve in the special needs sector.

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email details of resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify individual needs of clients, formulate/develop and implement appropriate individualised physiotherapy programmes.
• Evaluate and document clients' physiotherapy needs and progress at regular intervals, monitor training programmes and review its effectiveness.
• Train and supervise Physiotherapy Aides, caregivers and volunteers in the maintenance of physiotherapy programmes.
• Work with multi-disciplinary team in integrating the clients into the community.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Physiotherapy
• Preferred 2 years working experience in Paediatric Rehabilitation or Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
• Obtained Full or Restricted Registration and a valid Practicing License with the Singapore Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
• Member of Singapore Physiotherapy Association

Working Location: School East - 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants please email details resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

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Psychologist (EIPIC)

OVERVIEW

Our goal is to create opportunities for students with unique needs, by promoting understanding of their special needs and equipping caregivers / teachers / interventionists, with psychotherapeutic techniques to aid development & learning to promote positive life outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assessment
2. Intervention - Together with the trans D team
3. Training & Support
4. Research
5. Administration

REQUIREMENTS

• A Master’s degree in Educational / Clinical / Applied Psychology (relevant subspecialty)
• Relevant clinical experience with children and adolescents preferred.
• Conversant in learning, emotion and social development skills, child development and classroom management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work independently in a transdisciplinary team.
• Eligible for full membership with Singapore Psychological Society or registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists/ HCPC/ APHRA.

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the outcome of the job application.

Psychologist (SPED)

OVERVIEW

Our goal is to create opportunities for children and young people with unique needs, by promoting understanding of their special needs and equipping caregivers / teachers / interventionists, with psychotherapeutic techniques to aid development & learning to promote positive life outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assessment
2. Intervention - Together with the trans D team
3. Training & Support
4. Research
5. Administration

REQUIREMENTS

• A Master’s degree in Educational / Clinical / Applied Psychology (relevant sub specialty)
• Relevant clinical experience with children and adolescents preferred.
• Conversant in learning, emotion and social development skills, child development and classroom management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work independently in a transdisciplinary team.
• Eligible for full membership with Singapore Psychological Society or registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists/ HCPC/ APHRA.

Working Location: 65 Pasir Ris Drive 1 Singapore 519529

Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the outcome of the job application.