Youth Specialist (Residential)

Job Purpose To provide close supervision and accountability of residents, ensuring the residents’ well-being is taken care of during the day-to-day interactions. Job Responsibilities To be attentive and look into the well-being of residents by being available and to be accountable for the residents’ whereabouts when on duty. To provide close supervision and maintain the discipline of the residents in accordance with the daily programme. To motivate and actively engage residents to participate in the BT/daily programme. To monitor the sick residents’ condition on a regular basis. To carry out any administrative work (timely and accurate events as in Duty Officer’s reports). To ensure that the Operations Centre is operational and ready for the next Duty Officer. To maintain the discipline of the boys in consultation with the Executive Director, the Head of Residential Services, and other members of senior management. Participate actively and take ownership of primary/secondary portfolios assigned by the Head of Residential Services. To support in implementing the relevant model of care/ services in accordance to the needs and profile of the residents. Any other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Experience Requirements O level/ Nitec/ Diploma Able to work on rotating shifts including weekends and public holidays. Able to work independently and in a team, possess good interpersonal, communication and written skills. Demonstrate emotional maturity and genuine passion for working with young people. To display proactiveness in group discussions in enhancing the services provided to the residents.