Programme Instructor

4 days ago

Singapore EQUAL-ARK SINGAPORE LTD. Full time

ABOUT EQUAL | WHO WE ARE

EQUAL is a Singapore-based charity with Institute of Public Character (IPC) status. We offer animal-assisted programmes to children, youths, persons with special needs, families and the elderly to equip them with life skills and to support social integration. Our animal-partners are rescued animals whom we rehabilitate, retrain and care for, so they can journey with us to transform the lives of our beneficiaries through the unique programmes we offer. Our Equine Programme Centre is nestled in a charming and rustic area along Thomson (near Caldecott MRT Station) while our Canine Programme Centre is located at the Enabling Village (near Redhill MRT Station).

ABOUT THE ROLE | WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING

PROGRAMME DEVELOPMENT & DELIVERY
- Design a clear animal-assisted programme based on therapeutic objectives in a group setting.
- Conduct and facilitate animal-assisted programmes with client groups.
- Provide individual or group counselling to clients (i.e. children, youth, families, elderly, persons with disabilities, and not limited to cerebral palsy, stroke patients, autism spectrum disorder and special needs).
- Evaluate and measure the impact of animal-assisted programmes.
- Coordinate with schools, partners and stakeholders to make arrangements for clients.
- Conduct outreach to the community.
- Liaise with Animal Welfare Groups (AWGs), shelters, fosterers and adopters to recruit suitable programme dogs.

ANIMAL-HANDLING
- Assist with husbandry duties before and after programme.

OTHERS
- You will report directly to the Canine Programme & Centre Manager.
- You are expected to drive the company vehicle to facilitate safe transportation of dogs to and from their homes for training, programmes or outreach purposes on a regular basis.
- You may need to work on the weekends and public holidays on occasion if there are programmes or events.
- You are to provide operational assistance to the Canine and Equine Programme Department when required.

You may be asked to support other ad-hoc activities or projects.

Technical Competencies
- At least a degree in counselling or psychology with an institution recognised by SAC or APACS
- At least one year experience in counselling or therapeutic work
- Class 2 or 3 driving licence is a requirement
- Experience working with people with special needs or disabilities
- Familiarity with evidence-based framework
- Facilitation skills
- Computer proficiency

Core Competencies
- A strong team-player who is also able to work independently
- Able to confidently deliver programmes to beneficiaries
- Able to engage stakeholders at all levels to understand their needs

Preferred Achievements / Characteristics
- Love for animals
- Empathetic, innovative and client-centric
- Motivated and self-driven
- Practical experience handling/ owning dogs or other animals
- Understanding of the animal welfare groups, foster ecosystems, and shelters in Singapore

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