Care Associate, Daycare

at  NTUC Health

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

NTUC Health Co-operative Limited (NTUC Health) is an NTUC social enterprise that provides a comprehensive and integrated suite of quality and affordable health and eldercare services to meet the growing needs of families and their dependents. Building on more than four decades of experience and expertise, NTUC Health is among the largest senior day care, nursing home and home personal care providers in Singapore. It also offers other services for seniors such as an active ageing hub, senior activity centres, community support for vulnerable seniors, and a sheltered / senior group home. In addition, it runs a chain of dental clinics, and a family medicine clinic
DESIGNATION : Care Associate (Part-Time), Daycare *

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Certificate/ Training in Healthcare or equivalent
• Ability to listen and express clearly in English
• Proficiency in Google Suite and digital tools (WhatsApp, Youtube, Zoom)
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Have a caring, empathetic and patient personality to form positive relationship with seniors and caregivers
• Proactive and observant in identifying and attending to the needs of seniors

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• Some experience in social service or healthcare industry would be an advantage
• Facilitation skills and knowledge would be an advantage

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum GCE N’ or O’ Level
• PSLE education certification would require an additional IELTS certification

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Care Associate, you will assist to deliver care duties to our seniors at Senior Day Care Centre (SCC).
You will be part of an integrated care team that delivers a person-centred care model for our seniors, including persons with dementia. Ideally, this person should also be promoting seniors’ independence and maintaining their cognitive and physical functions. This person will facilitate small-group activities in SCC to enable seniors to gain dignity and fulfilment.

YOU WILL ASSIST IN THE DAY-TO-DAY OPERATIONS OF THE CENTRE BY CARRYING OUT THE FOLLOWING DUTIES:

• Support basic activities for daily living (ADLs), including assistance with personal hygiene, mobility and transfers, toileting, diaper changing, feeding
• Monitor clients’ medical and health conditions
• Facilitate small group activities and exercises catered to seniors’ interests and hobbies, including persons with dementia
• Perform general housekeeping to maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the centres
• Escort seniors to and from centres and transportation vehicles

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with centre open houses and other company events