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Community Worker
Vacancy: Immediate
Application Window: 8-31 Jan 2024
The Community Worker plays a crucial role in the engagement and development work at Tak Takut Kids Club (TTKC), actively providing support and fostering collaborations with children and youth. Working closely with the on-site team, families, stakeholders, and volunteers, the Community Worker contributes to creating a nurturing environment that builds multiple sources of healing for children.
This position will require the Community Worker to be on-site in Boon Lay on most days. Potential candidates will go through a selection process consisting of interview and interactions with the community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct support and collaboration with children
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- Interact and engage with children and youth to provide support and guidance that are aligned with TTKC values and approaches.
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​Plan and implement participatory activities that encourage intrinsic motivations for social, emotional, and educational development.
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Recognise and facilitate children and community development opportunities based on relationships and strengths.
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Build and expand volunteering capabilities and options for older children and youth.
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Continuously assess the progress of children and youth, making adjustments to support plans as necessary.
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Connect with children and families in the neighbourhood who could benefit from TTKC programmes.
Collaboration with Family, Stakeholders & Volunteers
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- Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with families, caregivers, and guardians.
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​Collaborate with families to understand the unique needs of each child and develop personalised support plans as required.
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Work closely with Comlink partners, other organisations and institutions to coordinate and enhance community resources and support networks for children.
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Supervise and assist volunteers in befriending the community, while ensuring alignment with TTKC objectives and approaches.
REQUIREMENT
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Previous experience working with children in a community setting, or equivalent.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Fluency in a second language (Mandarin, Malay, Tamil, Vietnamese) is a bonus.
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Knowledge of child development, family systems, and community resources.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
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Compassion, empathy, and a commitment to advocating for the well-being of children.
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Physically fit and mentally resilient to navigate challenges and thrive in a dynamic work environment.
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Work Arrangement
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Full time, regular work contract
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40-hour work week
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On-site (Boon Lay)
Salary and Benefits
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Ordinary Wages $3200-4200 per month
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Medical Benefit and Mobile Allowance
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Up to 26 days paid leaves, not including childcare and medical leave
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Probationary Period
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3 months