Youth Worker - Youth Specialist (Residential)

Children and young persons admitted into the residential home are those who are from dysfunctional families and in need of shelter; abused or neglected; in need of care and protection; under family guidance orders; and in conflict with the Law.

Job Purpose

To provide close supervision and accountability of residents, ensuring the residents’ well-being is taken care of during the day-to-day interactions.

• To be attentive and look into the well-being of residents by being available and accountable for the residents’ whereabouts when on duty.
• To provide close supervision and maintain the residents' discipline in accordance with the daily programme.
• To motivate and actively engage residents to participate in the BT/daily programme.
• To monitor the sick residents’ condition on a regular basis.
• To carry out any administrative work (timely and accurate event as in Duty Officer’s reports).
• To ensure that the Operations Centre is operational and ready for the next Duty Officer.
• To maintain the discipline of the boys in consultation with the Executive Director, the Head of Residential Services, and other members of senior management.
• To participate actively and take ownership of primary/secondary portfolios assigned by Head, Residential Services.
• To support the implementation of the relevant model of care/ services in accordance with the needs and profile of the residents.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• O level/ Nitec/ Diploma
• Able to work on rotating shifts including weekends and public holidays.
• Able to work independently and in a team, possess good interpersonal, communication and written skills.
• Demonstrate emotional maturity and genuine passion for working with young people.
• To display proactiveness in group discussions in enhancing the services provided to the residents.