Training Officer

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About MINDS MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962. Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation. MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 850 staff. With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDS, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs’ lifespan. These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit Job Description To perform the tasks of teaching, training, supervising, maintaining and developing the functioning level of client to function adequately and independently in the areas of Activities of Daily Living, Community Living, Social and Recreational Skills. Please watch this recruitment video to find out more about the role of Training Officer - Responsibilities Client Engagement & Development: meaningfully engage, teach, train, supervise, maintain and develop the functioning level of clients to function adequately and independently in the following areas: Activities of Daily Living; Home Living Skills (toileting, toothbrushing, showering, etc.); Community Living & Mobility Skills; Social and Recreational Skills; Work Readiness Skills Client/Trainee Management & Development: formulate and implement Individual Learning Programme (ILP) through professional assessment; engage in continuous assessment, training and evaluation of trainees' holistic development; plan and implement appropriate group activities; plan, implement and monitor trainees' security and safety procedures; assist in clients’ personal needs like toileting, dressing and feeding when necessary Support Allied Health Professionals: monitor and implement programmes designed by Allied Health Professionals in health fitness & wellness, motivational & behaviour management plans as well as sensory awareness; communicate critical information to Social Worker and Centre Manager Administrative & Operations: support unit operational and logistics management; ensure centre/trainees safety and security; update clients'/trainees' daily attendance and participation in activities in various client management system platforms; engage in caregiver dialogue sessions, home visits and maintain good rapport with parents/caregivers; attend staff meetings and training as required Event Management: oversee at least one of the duties (Camp, Festive Celebrations, Sports Events, First Aid & Medicare, Evacuation & Emergency Planning Team, Transport Duties, Staff Welfare and others); organize internal/external events and activities for trainees; support volunteer engagement events; support public education activities; support MINDS events at organisation level Qualifications & Skills Minimum O levels NITEC Certificate in Community Care & Social Services (ITE) Certificate of Special Needs Education (MOE) Diploma of Special Education (MOE) Diploma in Disability Studies (SSI) Diploma of Community Services (SSI) Other Information Computer literacy: MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint People-oriented team player Good interpersonal and communication skills Patience and passion to work with people with intellectual disabilities Location: Community Hub (Geylang Serai) Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Training Industries Civic and Social Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MINDSG Ltd by 2x Related Opportunities Manager (Training & Learning Development) - Stagmont Talent Programmes Specialist - Regional, People Team Senior Executive/Manager, Career Services We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr