Programme Executive

Company Description The Salvation Army has been touching lives in Singapore since 1935 and we remain committed in serving the underprivileged in the community without discrimination. To us, every life is precious and we actively help those in need regardless of age, race or religion. Throughout the years, we have established a comprehensive network of social services to meet a wide range of needs in our community. Our diverse programmes reach out to children who need care and protection, families in material need, ailing aged requiring quality nursing care and other needy segments in our society. Our spiritual ministry also reaches out to the people in the community to provide counsel to those in need. We are there to help guide those in need towards finding their identity and purpose in life. About the job PRIMARY JOB OBJECTIVES The Youth Development Centre (YDC) will provide Youth Mental Health programmes which include drop‑in centre services for at‑risk youths from low to middle‑income families, psychoeducation and therapeutic group work sessions for youth in schools and their families struggling with mental health, and other preventive and remedial community programmes aimed at helping youth and families cope with mental health issues. We also provide specialized supervised access services for vulnerable families. The Programme Executive would need to plan, implement, facilitate and evaluate all programmes in YDC, conduct volunteer management and community need assessment to measure and enhance programme relevance and effectiveness to bring about quality service and standards. We are looking for someone with a "Can Do" spirit who has the ability to pioneer new ground, creative in problem solving, and with a passion for making a difference the lives of vulnerable youth and families. It will be a bonus if you have experience working with child protection risks and/or mental health issues. Main Duties & Responsibilities Drop in Ensure smooth running of daily operations of YDC, from planning to execution of current and new programmes and activities that will develop youths' social, emotional and psychological competencies. To connect with youths, build positive relationships and contribute to the holistic development of youths. Work with key stakeholders and volunteers to implement and conduct services for youths and their families. Work with youth and their families in accordance with YDC approved settings, maintaining professional and purposeful relationships, displaying a sound understanding of equality, respect, and valuing individuals' diversity. Youth Development Programmes To plan, develop and execute youth mental health programmes and services in the community, partnering schools, FSCs, hospitals, etc. To conduct periodic needs and outcome assessments to evaluate the effectiveness and relevance of key programmes. To engage the various stakeholders working with the youth and their families. Professional Development Maintain professional knowledge, ethics and skills, and initiate personal responsibility for self-development and training. Keep up to date with the current trends of the social service sector as well as the needs of vulnerable youths and their families. Administration Provide professional support to access services by undertaking administrative tasks, sharing information and responding to queries. Ensure facilities and logistics needs of the centre and office are well taken care. Ensure efficient use of resources and work within approved budgets for all access services activities and services. To conduct administrative tasks such as case recordings, prepare presentations and data for reports, and in maintaining the facilities of YDC. Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required of you by the management team. Job Requirements Experience with working with youth mental health preferred. At least 1 year of experience working with youth. Flexible and open to new initiatives as and when YDC incubates a new service. Core Competencies Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Understands issues relating to youth mental health and youth engagement. Able to connect youth. Qualifications Diploma or Degree in Psychology, social work or any other relevant discipline from an accredited institution. Duty Hours 10.00am to 7pm - Monday to Friday (inclusive 1 hour for lunch) Working Location The Salvation Army Children and Youth Group - Youth Development Centre Address :65 Kallang Bahru, #01-305. Singapore EEO Statement The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All employees are treated in accordance with applicable laws and company policies. #J-18808-Ljbffr