Social Worker / Counsellor (TOUCH Adoption)

Job Summary

Responsible for conducting adoption suitability assessments – including Government-Initiated Adoption (GIA) cases – providing pre and post adoption support through education, counselling and workshops. You will play a vital role in empowering adoptive families and supporting the wider adoptive community in Singapore.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

1. Adoption Suitability Assessments

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of prospective adoptive parents’ suitability for adoption.
• Prepare and assist in writing formal Adoption Suitability Assessment (ASA) reports.
• Conduct post placement assessment reports where required.

2. GIA Case Assessments

• Carry out assessments for Government-Initiated Adoption (GIA) cases as assigned by Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF).
• Ensure timely and professional documentation and recommendation for each GIA case.

3. Workshops and Education

• Facilitate and deliver adoption-related workshops including
  • Mandatory Pre-Adoption Briefings.
  • Disclosure Workshops for Parents.
  • Workshops for Adopted Children.
• Provide educational support to help families navigate the adoption journey with awareness, confidence and sensitivity.

4. Family and Adoption Placement Support

• Providing counselling and emotional support to adoptive parents and children dealing with adoption related and family challenges.
• Assist in the placement of newborns with suitable adoptive families, supporting the transition and bonding process.
• Empower families with coping strategies and strengthen their parenting journey post placement.

5. Departmental Support

• Support and facilitate activities within the Adoptive Families’ Support Group to foster community and shared learning.
• Promote peer support networks and build a strong connected adoptive community.
• Assist in departmental projects, administrative duties and other ad hoc tasks to support the goals and operation of the adoption team.

Working Conditions

• 5 day work week: Mon-Fri
• Attractive remuneration and staff benefits
• Location - Toa Payoh

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work, Counselling or related discipline with at least 2 years of relevant experience
• Passionate in adoption work
• Be conversant in the adoption process, relevant documentation, eligibility criteria & key issues surrounding adoption
• Proficient in professional reporting writing and documentation.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with families and stakeholders.
• Skilled in group facilitation and delivering educational workshops.
• Able to plan, organise and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Empathetic and compassionate in supporting individuals and families.
• Able to work independently while being a collaborative team player.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and driven to make a positive impact.
• Committed and passionate about family work and child welfare.