Description of Division:
The Probation, Reintegration and Gambling Safeguards (PRGS) Division works with offenders on community-based orders and youths in residential care through targeted interventions delivered in collaboration with families and community partners. The role encompasses case management across diverse profiles, from youth to adults, focusing on enhancing their socio-emotional development, building
social networks, and facilitating successful reintegration into the community. In addition, PRGS oversees gambling related social safeguards, funds support programmes for problem gamblers and their families, and serves as the secretariat to the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).
Ministry Of Social And Family Development
Assistant Manager / Manager (Casework - Youth Homes), RPG/PRGS
Permanent/Contract
Closing on 19 Mar 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
Brief description of Job Scope:
As part of the Casework (Youth Homes) team, you will be responsible for the rehabilitation, protection and reintegration of youth placed in secure care at the Singapore Boys’ Home (SBH) and Singapore Girls’ Home (SGH). You will work with these youths and their family to strengthen their socio-emotional development and social networks and prepare them for reintegration into the community.
Responsibilities:
Your work includes the following:
• Case management: formulating and implementing care plans for youths under your charge.
• Conduct intervention programmes with youths and their caregivers in both individual and group settings.
• Work closely with stakeholders such as caregivers, school authorities, employers and community partners to address risks and needs identified.
What we are looking for
Requirements
a. Educational background in social sciences preferably with related experience;
b. At least 1 year of experience working in the social service industry;
c. Comfortable in spoken and written English as the position requires regular preparation and presentation of reports;
d. Good interpersonal and communication skills;
e. Good analytical skills and the ability to influence effectively;
f. A team player who can work independently; and
g. Self-motivated and resourceful
About your application process
This job is closing on 19 Mar 2026.
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.
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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