Care Associate

• Work under the direction and clinical supervision of the Therapist, in accordance with the client’s ReAblement goals and intervention plan, including when conducting independent home or community visits.

• Conduct scheduled home and community visits with clients, including weekly sessions where assigned, to facilitate practice of functional activities and exercises identified by the Therapist.

• Guide and encourage clients in carrying out prescribed exercises, functional activities and/or daily living activities, within the scope of the intervention plan provided by the Therapist.

• Support clients in practicing functional tasks in their natural home and community environments, with the aim of building confidence, independence and participation in meaningful daily activities.

• Reinforce techniques, strategies and recommendations taught by the Therapist and encourage clients to practice these between scheduled visits.

• Provide appropriate encouragement and motivation to clients to participate actively in the ReAblement programme and work towards their agreed goals.

• Observe and report the client's participation, performance, progress, difficulties, concerns and barriers to the Therapist in a timely manner.

• Escalate any concerns regarding changes in the client's physical or functional status, safety, behaviour, cognition, mood or ability to participate in activities to the Therapist promptly.

• Accompany and support clients in community-based activities where required, such as practising access to community facilities, participating in meaningful activities or carrying out activities identified as part of the client's ReAblement goals.

• Support clients in developing confidence and independence in carrying out activities, while promoting appropriate risk awareness and safe participation.

• Work collaboratively with the Therapist, Medical Social Worker and other members of the ReAblement team to support a coordinated approach to client care.

• Provide appropriate updates to the Occupational Therapist following client visits and maintain accurate and timely records of visits, activities conducted, client participation and observations.

• Support programme activities such as client follow-ups, community activities and other ReAblement initiatives as required.

• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality and respect for clients' dignity, preferences and autonomy at all times.

• Support other Therapy services and perform related duties within the scope of the role, as assigned by the reporting officer, based on operational needs.

• Any other related duties as assigned by the said Reporting Officer.

Qualification

• Minimal GCE N/O Level or equivalent qualifications. Relevant healthcare, therapy assistant, community care, eldercare or social care certifications will be an advantage.

• Preferably with at least 1 year of relevant experience in healthcare, rehabilitation, or working with older adults.

• Able to communicate effectively with clients and caregivers, provide encouragement and support, and establish a positive working relationship with clients.

• Able to follow instructions and intervention plans provided by the Therapist and carry out activities safely and consistently.

• Physically able to conduct home- and community-based activities with clients, including accompanying clients during community activities where required.

• Able to recognize changes in a client’s condition, functional ability, motivation or participation, and report concerns promptly to the Therapist.

• Ability to communicate with clients in Malay, Mandarin, Tamil and/or local dialects would be advantageous, as the role involves supporting clients from diverse language backgrounds.