Epworth Community Services is looking to hire a dedicated and experienced candidate for the position of Social Worker at Epworth HomeSweetHome. Established in 2013 as Singapore’s first Therapeutic Group Home (TGH), the facility provides stay-in treatment for children aged 7 to 12 who have experienced abuse. This is a permanent, full-time executive job opportunity in the essential social services sector. The selected candidate will get a salary of $3,850 to $4,200 on a monthly basis, including attractive fixed and variable bonuses. The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience. The last date to apply for this position is May 2, 2026.
Key Responsibilities
The candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality therapeutic casework services to children with complex trauma. Key duties include ensuring the emotional, social, behavioral, and educational needs of clients are met through the effective use of specialized treatment models like Trauma System Therapy (TST) and Positive Behavioural Interventions and Support (PBIS). You will utilize assessment tools such as CANS (Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths) and partner with MSF Child Protection Officers to work toward safe community placements. The role also involves providing coaching to direct care staff and parents, planning therapeutic group work, and providing regular updates to an interdisciplinary team of professionals.
Required Qualification
The candidate must possess a Degree or Graduate Diploma in Social Work. You must be a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Singapore Association of Social Workers or be eligible for accreditation. The role requires a deep understanding of trauma, attachment, and resilience theories, specifically as they relate to child and adolescent development. You should have excellent report-writing skills and the ability to manage complex cases involving multi-problem families. As the nature of the job involves working specifically with primary school boys, a high degree of patience and clinical competency is essential.
Experience Needed
The candidate must have at least 3 years of related work experience, though candidates with 5 years of experience (including 2 years supervising junior social workers) are highly preferred. Epworth is looking for a professional who has a proven track record in therapeutic intervention and experience working with external agencies and stakeholders in the Singapore social service landscape.
Skills and Competencies
The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills to build trust with children who have experienced trauma. They must be proficient in using structured decision-making tools like SDM PFS to ensure child safety. Excellent collaboration skills are required to work with interdisciplinary teams and community resources. The candidate should also be a proactive learner, showing a keen interest in evaluating and improving therapeutic models to better serve children in the TGH setting.
Benefits
The selected candidate will get a salary of $3,850 to $4,200 on a monthly basis. Joining Epworth Community Services offers several meaningful benefits, including:
Remuneration: Attractive annual package with both fixed and variable bonuses.
Work-Life Balance: A standard 5-day work week with no shift work required.
Impact: The opportunity to work in a pioneering therapeutic home that changes the lives of vulnerable children.
Growth: Exposure to advanced clinical models and the chance to take on higher supervisory responsibilities.
This role provides a stable and deeply rewarding career path for clinical professionals who are passionate about child welfare and trauma recovery.
Social Worker Singapore Salary
The salary for Social Worker jobs in Singapore at Epworth Community Services ranges from $3,850 to $4,200 per month.
How to Apply Online
The interested candidates can directly submit their applications online through the job portal. Ensure your profile highlights your RSW status and your experience with TST or similar trauma-informed models. Note that while the headquarters is in Bukit Batok, the workplace location for this role is in Sembawang. The last date to apply for this position is May 2, 2026.
