Charity Transparency Award – 2023, 2024
Joined the Learning Enterprise Alliance (LEA) network – 2024
NS Mark – 2024
Progressive Wage Mark – 2024
Tripartite Age-Friendly Workplace Practices – 2024
Tripartite Flexible Work Arrangements – 2024
Tripartite Grievance Handling – 2024
Tripartite Recruitment Practices – 2024
One Vision, Diverse Career Paths
Epworth Community Services is a Social Service Agency (SSA) that helps at-risk children and youths from needy and disadvantaged families. We want to create a better world for them so that they can develop their potential. Our work focuses on promoting the mental well-being of children and youths by building strong families and imparting skills for resilient living.
We are a registered charity, a full member of the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) and an Institution of a Public Character (IPC).
With a vision to enable Strong Families, Resilient Living, Beautiful Minds. Our work focuses on promoting and supporting the mental well-being of children and youths through building strong families, and by imparting abilities and skills for resilient living.
In Epworth, the diversity of our services provides many opportunities to match your professional and personal aspiration in the social service sector. We believe that people are our greatest asset and every individual has talent and ability that can be developed to their fullest potential.
View career opportunities currently available below:
Cultivate and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholder including our internal programme managers, board/sub-comm, foundations, corporates, government agencies, schools and interest groups.
Identify and pursue collaboration and partnership opportunities for the organisation.
Oversee and strategise the process of acquiring, managing and engaging donors and donations.
Lead the team to plan, coordinate, and execute special events, fundraisers, and community activities, spanning from online campaigns to gala events.
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to source and apply for grant opportunities to secure funding for the charity’s programmes and services.
Media and Communications
Responsible for all corporate communication, branding and marketing efforts, ensuring that it aligns with the vision and mission of Epworth.
Lead the team in all online and offline communications of Epworth, including content development and managing multiple communication channels, including newsletter, annual report, website and social media.
Be involved in the organisation’s crisis communications initiatives and plans.
Volunteer Management
Oversee the work of recruitment, training, placement, and retention of volunteers.
Develop and oversee implementation of volunteer programmes that align with the organization’s goals and mission, ensuring a positive experience for both volunteers and the communities Epworth serves.
Job Requirements
Degree in Marketing/ Communications or a related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience
Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient in relevant digital communication tools and platforms.
Strong interpersonal and networking skills, resourceful, adaptable, highly motivated, creative and positive
Strong project/event management and facilitation skills, able to establish effective structures and systems
Keen attention to detail
Required to work on weekends/ evenings occasionally
Provide case work and counselling services, including trauma-focused therapy to clients
Provide home-based counselling
Support clients through the full spectrum of case management, from initial assessment to post-therapy follow up, ensuring regular communication to track progress and offer ongoing therapeutic support
Supervise and support junior staff, offering guidance, training and clinical supervision to ensure quality care delivery
Build and maintain strong rapport with relevant stakeholders, including external agencies to mobilise resources to meet client’s needs
Participate in outreach activities to promote trauma-informed care within the community and raise awareness about the department’s services
Conduct trauma-related programmes and trainings
Requirements
A degree in Psychology, Counselling, or a related field (relevant work experience will be considered)
Minimum 5+ years in the social service sector, including 2+ years of clinical supervision.
Strong clinical skills and familiarity with trauma-informed practices or attachment theories
Good understanding of parenting, family dynamics, and caring of children with social issues
Bilingual, with good communication and interpersonal skills (proficiency in Malay language will be a plus as the role requires interaction with a diverse clientele)
Good leadership skills or willing to grow in management skills.
Good team player with positive and growth mindset
Able to multi-task and open to learning
Able to work during weekends and evenings, when required (Time-off will be given)
Other information
Location of workplace: Jurong West
Attractive annual remuneration comprising of fixed and variable bonuses
This position provides intervention for youths-at-risk or youth offenders and their families and contribute to the services within the department and organisation. The roles and responsibilities include:
Providing family therapy
Conducting screening assessments
Completing reports in a timely manner
Supporting departmental administrative requirements and any other organisation-wide activities
Requirements
Technical Competencies
Degree or graduate diploma in Social Work or other related fields
At least 1 year of relevant experience in clinical practice
Core Competencies
Good command of written and spoken English is essential for providing family therapy
Good report-writing skills is essential to produce well-structured reports for court assessment
Able to multi-task and open to learning
Responsible, resilient, self-motivated and a team player
Work with others in a team to provide an environment of safety for children with difficult behaviours in a children’s home.
Able to respond calmly to children when they exhibit difficult behaviours.
Look after the needs of children (physical & mental wellbeing of children in care).
Creating a safe and positive living environment, setting rules for children’s behaviour & providing one to one teaching/coaching on daily living skills.
Check on each resident’s needs and progress.
Help children form secure attachment bonds with appropriate adults.
Provide close supervision to children.
Work effectively in a team environment.
Requirements
Minimum N levels
Must be able to work rotating shifts (day & night), on weekends and public holidays
Able to work in an energetic environment with children
Experience working with children is an advantage
Persistent and active learner
Need to have understanding and a non-judging attitude
Other Information
Location of workplace: Sembawang
Nature of job requires working with primary school boys
Attractive annual remuneration comprising of fixed and variable bonuses
The Literacy Intervention Teacher provides literacy intervention to 5 to 12-year old students with learning challenges and disabilities to cope and remain in mainstream schools. This role is for a committed individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of children and their families.
Job Description
Teach primarily using the Orton-Gillingham approach
Tailor individualised educational plan for each student based on his/her learning challenges
Prepare appropriate teaching resources and materials
Write annual educational progress report for each student
Update parents regularly on their children’s progress and to conduct the parent-teacher conference twice a year
Plan and execute Kids Club programmes with other colleagues
Update the manager and assistant manager on clients’ progress and development
Collaborate with colleagues, Psychological Services and schools’ SEN-O on case management
Handle students’ administrative matters
Any other assigned duties and responsibilities
Job Requirements
Sound theoretical understanding of child development
Passionate about working with children with learning needs
Ability to engage and make strong student connections
Good command of the English language, preferably bilingual
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to collaborate with corporate partners, schools and hospitals
Degree, preferably in psychology, early childhood education or special needs education
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic IT knowledge and skills
Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
Other Information
Location of workplace: Bukit Batok (5minutes walk away from MRT station)
Attractive remuneration package which comprises of fixed and variable bonuses
If you are interested in an internship with Epworth Community Services, do drop us your resume at , and indicate the dates of your availability, and we will contact you if there are suitable internship opportunities.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for applying.
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“My role allows me to make a meaningful difference in the lives of foster children by providing consistent support to their caregivers and fostering a safe environment for their growth. Through these interactions, I am able to address their needs, advocate on their behalf, and build trusting relationships that help them feel heard and valued. I believe in the potential of children and youths and strive to help them recognize their own strengths, empowering them to pursue their dreams and achieve their fullest potential.”
Rachel MokSocial Worker
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“My role allows me to work closely with children with learning challenges to develop their reading and writing skills, tailoring lessons to meet their individual needs. What inspires me most is seeing my students make meaningful progress—it’s incredibly rewarding to know that I’ve played a part in positively impacting their lives and helping them grow. I strive to make each lesson both fun and engaging, fostering a love for learning and building their confidence in their abilities.”
Gwen GohLiteracy Intervention Teacher
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“My role allows me to ensure accurate financial reporting by processing invoices and claims on a daily basis. I carefully record all expenses in the correct month, maintaining precision and reliability in the organisation's financial records. I'm inspired by the opportunity to contribute to Epworth’s mission by supporting efficient financial processes. Knowing that my work helps the organisation make a positive impact on the people we serve keeps me motivated every day.”