Description of Group:
The Rehabilitation and Protection Group (RPG) undertakes the statutory functions in the rehabilitation of adult and youth offenders, and the protection of children, families and vulnerable adults (VAs). Our mission is to empower individuals and families to break cycles of abuse, neglect and offending.
As part of the RPG family, the Protective Service (PSV) is a statutory service that leads in the policies and processes to safeguard the safety and well-being of children and young person (CYP), families and vulnerable adults experiencing violence, abuse or neglect.
Ministry Of Social And Family Development
First Responders - Protective Service, RPG/PSV [GRIT@Gov]
Traineeship
Closing on 23 Oct 2025Check if I'm eligible for GRIT@Gov
What the role is
What you will be working on
This team response to Domestic Violence, Child Abuse and Vulnerable Adults cases with high-risk and immediate safety issues 24/7.
The officer will be pairing up with the FRT officer and undertake crisis response duties such as immediate safety planning and intervention work for high-risk domestic violence clients, children and vulnerable adults experiencing violence, abuse or neglect.
What we are looking for
Requirements:
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good assessment, problem solving and multi-tasking skills
• Empathetic with high level of emotional resilience and ability to work calmly in stressful situations and environment
• Tenacious and nimble in handling difficult clients and/or situations
• Enjoy teamwork and able to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment
• Basic understanding of the local social service sector
• Able to do 12 hour shift work
About your application process
This job is closing on 23 Oct 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Ministry Of Social And Family Development or the wider Public Service.
Eligibility for GRIT@Gov traineeship
The GRaduate Industry Traineeship Programme within the Public Service (GRIT@Gov) aims to provide fresh graduates with opportunities to gain industry-relevant skills and experience that can strengthen their employability to take up full time roles in the sector.
All trainees must fulfil the following criteria:
- Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident; and
- Graduated or graduating in 2024 or 2025 from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and other Educational Institutions (e.g. private universities and overseas institutions); or
- Graduated earlier from above institutions and completed National Service in 2024 or 2025.
Trainees who complete their studies from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) or other Educational Institutions within 2025 but who will only receive their qualification/certification award in 2026 are eligible for the programme as well.
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About Ministry Of Social And Family Development
“We are Professionals with Passion for People”
The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) develops the “heartware” for Singapore through our policies, community infrastructure, programmes and services. Our mission is to nurture resilient individuals, strong families and a caring society that can overcome challenges together.
We are committed and passionate in developing a strong social service sector, and play key roles in shaping the future of Singapore. Through these efforts, we hope to play a part in helping our citizens achieve their hopes and aspirations for themselves and their families.
A career in MSF is a challenging and fulfilling one that allows you to make a difference in shaping the lives of Singaporeans. If you are driven and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we welcome you to be part of the MSF Family!
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