We have an immediate opening for the following position:
Assistant Director of Community Integration Support Services (CISS)
Roles & Responsibilities
The Assistant Director of CISS is responsible for leading and managing a core department dedicated to enhancing the lives of Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals through the provision of comprehensive support services. The Assistant Director of CISS is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of the Community Integration Support Services (CISS) department, comprising Community Services (CS), Itinerant Support Services (ISS), and Hearing Care Centre (HCC). This role requires key attributes in programme management, grant management, leadership, financial budgeting and management, new projects, risk management, compliance and strategic planning to ensure the effective delivery of the services rendered by SADeaf.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
Implement a comprehensive CISS strategic plan aligned with the organisation’s mission, vision, and values. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the department.
Operational Management:
Oversee the day-to-day operations of CISS, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. Develop and manage the CISS budget, allocating resources optimally to achieve programme goals. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure programme effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. Ensure compliance with relevant authority regulation, and policy requirements.
Team Leadership:
Build, develop and lead the CISS team through effective recruitment, training, and mentorship. Developing staff expertise in Deaf and hard-of-hearing cultural competency. Create a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters employee engagement and satisfaction. Provide regular performance feedback and coaching to support employee growth and development.
Programme Implementation:
Oversee the implementation and evaluation of CISS programmes and services to meet the evolving needs of the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. Collaborate with external stakeholders and Deaf community to identify service gaps and develop solutions to programmes. Ensure programmes are aligned with best practices in the field. Monitor programme outcomes and make necessary adjustments to improve effectiveness.
Stakeholder Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, partners, government agencies, community organisations, corporate companies and other stakeholders. Represent CISS at relevant meetings, and community events. Collaborate with external organisations to leverage resources and expand service delivery.
Risk Management:
Establish, implement and review risk management processes in events and programme management including the area of service to clients such as violence, self-harm and suicide. Perform regular risk assessments to identify potential shortfalls to CISS operations and develop mitigation strategies.
Data Management and Reporting:
Design and oversee the collation, analysis, and reporting of programme data such as client demographics and programme utilisation to the Community Services Committee for decision-making. Prepare periodic and ad hoc management reports on programme performance, outcomes, and impact to the clients served. Utilise data to identify trends, measure programme effectiveness, and allocate resources efficiently.
Requirements:
- Degree holder, preferably with a Master’s degree in social work, special needs education or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in management and leadership roles, preferably in the non-profit or social services sector.
- Demonstrated experience in programme development, implementation and evaluation.
- Possess financial management and budgeting skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- Preferably with knowledge of Deaf culture and sign language.
Description of CISS programme in Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf)
CS: This section serves clients with hearing loss from birth till old age in all areas including early intervention (for children needing sign language to communicate), education, employment, financial assistance and the elderly.
ISS: This section serves students with hearing loss from pre-primary, to primary and to secondary schools, including the institution of higher learning. Students with hearing loss are supported for case management, learning support and speech and language therapy.
HCC: The SADeaf Hearing Care Centre provides free hearing tests to members, sale of assistive devices and support for financial assistance for needy clients.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Closing date: 13 Nov 2024
Deaf Sign Language Interpreter (Full time basis) (Recruitment temporarily on hold)
The Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf) is seeking a Deaf Sign Language Interpreter to join our team on a full-time basis. If you are Deaf or hard of hearing, have a clear signing style, thrive in dynamic working environments, and enjoy working with people, this position is for you.
Responsibilities:
- Perform English to Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) interpreting during and/or after office hours.
- Interpret in a variety of settings including workshops, meetings, interviews, conferences, medical and legal settings, and more.
- Ensure that interpreting services are delivered in a professional and ethical manner.
- Support the team’s activities, training, and advocacy work.
- Attend professional development courses and contribute to relevant projects as required.
Requirements:
- A recognized diploma or degree in any field. Individuals with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.
- Fluency in written English and competency in Singapore Sign Language (SgSL).
- Broad knowledge base or strong ability to learn and process new information across different disciplines.
- Good mental and physical stamina.
- Tech-savvy, innovative, and meticulous; proficient in working with digital tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive products.
- Excellent gestural, communication, articulation, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience and background in working or volunteering with the Deaf community is an advantage.
- Comfortable working with people of all ages and backgrounds; able to appear on stage, in front of cameras, and large audiences.
- Adaptable to changing environmental conditions.
- Critical thinker; able to deal with ambiguity while maintaining a strong sense of ethics and independence.
- Willing to perform Singapore Sign Language interpretation during office hours and beyond, as fits your schedule.
To succeed in this role, you should:
- Possess a high propensity for learning and quickly synthesizing new information.
- Be open to traveling and comfortable working with people and in front of cameras or audiences.
- Be able to maintain focus for extended periods.
- Understand the different varieties of sign languages used in Singapore. Knowledge of other sign languages is advantageous.
- Be available for assignments that may fall outside typical office hours, including weekends and public holidays, on an ad-hoc basis according to your schedule.
If interested, please send your CV and a video recording of you signing, or selected samples of your relevant past work to Hanna at hanna@sadeaf.org.sg
Event Intern (Fundraising and Community Partnership)
Roles & Responsibilities
We are looking for a conscientious & dynamic individual to join our high-performing team. We offer a warm, friendly and family-like working environment, fostering a supportive & nurturing atmosphere where every team member is valued. We operate on a basis of mutual respect, acknowledging and appreciating each team member’s unique strengths and contributions.
Training, coaching and supervision will be provided, to ensure a fruitful and substantial learning experience.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Verify & organize donors’ database, liaison with donor companies
- Conduct research and gather information for event proposal development
- Assist in generating ideas to formulate innovative event proposals
- Coordinate event logistics & material acquisition
- Support event execution & coordinate event programs
- Assist in event promotion & marketing activities
- Assist in the design of marketing materials and collateral
- Provide administrative and operational support to the Department
Requirements:
- Diploma undergrad in preferably Business, Marketing, Communications, Social Service, Event Management. Other disciplines will also be considered.
- O / A level holders
- Preferably with knowledge and skills in event planning and management
- Actual experience in event coordination & management an advantage
- Good inter-personal & customer relationship skills
- Creative & Proactive
- Able to multi-task & work under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Good knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and technologically savvy.
Remuneration:
Monthly Allowance : $800 – $1000 [depending on level of knowledge, skill & experience]
Part-time work arrangement can also be considered.
Only Singaporeans need apply.
Closing date: 4 Apr 2024
To apply here: https://www.mycareersfuture.gov.sg/job/admin/intern-singapore-association-deaf-77d9a40a865b8802b0634c35c9544cc5
Sign Language Interpreter (Ad hoc positions)
We are looking for passionate individuals to join us as Sign Language Interpreters.
To thrive in this role, you must possess a high propensity for learning, swiftly synthesize novel information, be open to travelling, and be comfortable working with people. You must be tech-savvy, be up to date on technological and cultural trends, and be able to maintain focus for hours at a stretch.
You have to be adaptable in working in a variety of settings, such as in classrooms, meetings, recordings, or in front of a camera for broadcasts; and be able to understand speakers with varying accents and speech patterns. You must also be open and willing to work outside of typical office hours, such as on weekends and public holidays, if necessary.
Responsibilities
- Undergo sign language interpreter training.
- Perform English to Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) and SgSL to English interpretation duties which may fall during and after office hours and across various settings.
- Ensure that interpretation services are delivered in a professional and ethical manner.
Requirements
- A recognised degree or diploma in any field. Candidates with relevant experience may also apply.
- Fluent in English and competent in Singapore Sign Language (SgSL).
- Generalist with a wide array of knowledge or good receptivity to processing new and novel knowledge across different disciplines.
- Good mental and physical stamina.
- Tech-savvy, innovative, and meticulous; must be comfortable and proficient in working with digital tools (Microsoft office suite and Google Drive products).
- Excellent communication, articulation, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience and background in working or volunteering with the Deaf community is an advantage.
- Open to working with people of all ages and backgrounds; must be comfortable appearing on stage, in front of cameras, and large audiences.
- Readily adaptable to changing work and environmental conditions.
- Critical thinker; able to deal with ambiguity while maintaining a strong sense of ethics; working independently with little supervision.
- Able and willing to work on weekends, weeknights, holidays, and outside office hours, if needed, according to assignment availability.
Interested applicants, please write in to terp-service@sadeaf.org.sg
Notetaker (Ad hoc positions)
Read more and apply for an adhoc community notetaker position here: https://sadeaf.org.sg/community-notetakers/
You will carry out the work of meaning-for-meaning transcription of real-time speech for clients. As this role centers around typing and listening, you must be able to touch-type at high speeds and sustain it for long periods of time. A good starting point is 80 words per minute (WPM). You can test your typing speed at https://www.typingtest.com/
To thrive in this role, you must possess a high propensity to learning, swiftly synthesize novel information, be open to travelling, and be comfortable working with people all day (and sometimes in the nights). You must be tech-savvy, stay updated with technological and cultural trends, and be able to maintain focus for hours at a stretch. You should also be ready to adapt to and understand speakers of varying accents and speech patterns.
Find out more about the job via this article “When taking notes is serious business.“
Responsibilities
- Provide notetaking (real-time meaning-for-meaning transcription) service to deaf or hard-of-hearing students in Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and working adults in learning or training environments.
Requirements
- A university degree in any discipline; those without a degree but with relevant experience and skills may also apply.
- Generalist with a wide array of knowledge or good receptivity to processing new and novel knowledge across different disciplines.
- Good mental and physical stamina.
- Minimum typing speed of around 80 words per minute.
- Tech-savvy, innovative and meticulous. Must be proficient in working with Google Suite.
- Excellent communication, articulation and interpersonal skills.
- Experience and background in working or volunteering with the Deaf community is an advantage.
- Willingness to learn sign language is a must. Knowledge of Sign Language is advantageous.
- Open to working with people of all ages and different backgrounds.
- Readily adaptable to changing work and environmental conditions.
Interested applicants, please head over to https://sadeaf.org.sg/community-notetakers/
Resource Teacher
The Resource Teacher supports students with hearing loss (HL) in the designated mainstream secondary school.
Requirements
- Degree in any field, preferably with special education diploma
- Attained either of these sign language certifications: At least SgSL Course Level 3, or at least SEE2 Advanced Stage
- Preferably has teaching qualifications and experience
- Preferably has experience interacting with Deaf children or adults, and possesses an understanding of and familiarity with Deaf Culture
- Deaf / Hard of hearing persons are also invited to apply
Responsibilities
- Facilitates the integration of HL students into the mainstream secondary school
- Provides educational support, including interpretation, in the classroom for core subjects and other selected subjects/activities/CCAs
- Mentors HL students and provide support in related matters to the families
- Provides transition support to post-secondary educational institutions
- Oversees management of FM system
- Promotes awareness of Deaf culture in the school
Please email your CV to: education@sadeaf.org.sg.
Specialised Teacher
The Specialised Teacher supports students with hearing loss (HL) in the designated mainstream primary school.
Requirements
- Degree in any field, preferably with special education diploma
- Attained either of these sign language certifications: At least SgSL Course Level 3, or at least SEE2 Advanced Stage
- Preferably has teaching qualifications and experience
- Preferably has experience interacting with Deaf children or adults, and possesses an understanding of and familiarity with Deaf Culture
- Deaf / Hard of hearing persons are also invited to apply
Responsibilities
- Co-plans and co-teaches academic subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies) with mainstream teachers
- Co-conducts lessons using the Bilingual-Bicultural approach (training will be provided)
- Develops Individualised Education Plans for HL students with other professionals
- Provides after-school learning support for HL students, e.g. enrichment and elective programmes, learning journeys, CCAs and camps
- Works with school Allied Educators and Education Psychologist to develop socio-emotional and behavioural competencies in HL students
- Provides consultation to families of HL students and other school staff
- Promotes an awareness of Deaf culture in the school
Both deaf and hearing persons are welcome to apply.
Please email your CV to: education@sadeaf.org.sg.
Educational Interpreter
An Educational Interpreter (EI) provides communication access to students with hearing loss (HL) in the designated mainstream primary school. This includes supporting the mainstream teachers in interpreting classroom instruction for non-core subjects such as art and music, as well as customised learning programmes.
Requirements
- Diploma or degree holder
- Attained at least SgSL Level 3 certification, or SEE Advanced Level certification
Having deaf education qualifications would be an advantage - Familiarity with Deaf community and culture would be an advantage
Responsibilities
- Performing interpretation tasks in the classroom, HL resource room and in all school-related interactions, e.g. flag-raising, school assemblies, speech therapy and other related services, learning journeys, enrichment programmes, after-school supplementary and remedial lessons, CCAs and competitions.
- Working with Specialised Teachers (SpT) to provide customised learning support for HL students.
- Collaborating with the school’s teaching staff to ensure access to learning for HL students.
- Providing communication services for HL students, as determined by their Individualised Education Plan (IEP), to allow them full participation in all aspects of the school curriculum.
- Interpreting during one-to-one consultations with HL student, group discussions between HL students and classmates and when HL students make presentations in class.
- Maintaining discipline in and out of the classroom setting.
Please email your CV to: education@sadeaf.org.sg.
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