Programme Intern - Active Ageing Centre (Filos Community Services Ltd)

Organisation Overview: Filos Community Services is a not-for-profit social service organisation. We focus on building the strengths of the community we live in. We work towards empowering individuals and families to live more fulfilling, meaningful and happier lives. Whether it is equipping young families with parenting skills, shaping character in children, educating our youth, helping the elderly age in place with grace, or assisting the financially needy, our programmes and services have something for all ages.

Brief Description: The role involves proactively engaging clients, organizing social activities, and promoting active lifestyles to prevent social isolation, while empowering residents to take charge of their journey toward healthier and more active living. The role also entails referring clients to relevant community care and social assistance when needed.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in Active Ageing Committee in development and implementation

2. Assist in organising and facilitating wellness programmes for elderly clients

3. Work with colleagues to identify programme needs and make improvements

4. Liaise with volunteers and trainers to implement programme

5. Perform community screening for seniors (outreach or referred)

6. Assist with programme intake and conduct the necessary assessments for clients

7. Assist and provide training to elderly clients on the use of mobile devices for accessing hybrid activities

8. Conduct health assessments and screenings for clients as needed

9. Support colleagues in group work initiatives and outreach activities

10. Assist in identifying, developing, and maintaining community partnerships for service linkages

11. Assist the befriender coordinator in befriending clients and conducting assessments

12. Provide education to the elderly on the management of chronic diseases

13. Provide administrative support by documenting and updating of client records in the system

14. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Programme Executive or Manager

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

1. Understand and relate to the blueprint of our national initiatives in supporting older persons in the community

2. Gain real experiences in operationalising eldercare services, such as AAC, and relate intimately to challenges on the ground

3. TCommunicate and connect with older persons

Duration of Internship: 5 months

Daily Working Hours: 9.00am - 6.00pm

Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Minimum Qualification: No minimum education (i.e. A-level Graduates, Current Polytechnic students are welcome)

Requirements (if any): NA

No of Vacancies: 1

Contact Person Name: Colin Wang

Contact Person Email: colin@filos.sg

Please read the following to apply for the internship:

1. Click here for the application form.

2. Select the number of internship roles you wish to apply for at "Number of Internship Role(s) to Apply For".

3. Copy and paste "Programme Intern - Active Ageing Centre (Filos Community Services Ltd)" into the "Internship Role" field.

For further enquiries on the internship role, you may email the contact person as stated in the description.