NCSS Career Booklet

But how exactly do they make a difference?With more than 10,000 peopleworking in over 400 VoluntaryWelfare Organisations in Singapore,the Social Service industry pridesitself as a meaningful and vibrantsector to work in. The careersfeatured share a common aspiration:to make a positive difference.

The diverse professions in social services strive towards ensuring people have the opportunities to live a life of dignity to his or her fullest potential. In their own special ways, social service professionals bring renewed hope, dignity and confidence back to communities in need.Read on tofind out what itmeans to bringout the specialin people… …And if you have the passion and commitment to do the same.

Social WorkerSocial Workers work with clients to their problems using analytical accrediting body in the yearevaluate possible options and to frameworks. You will need to earn in which the qualifications weredevelop a plan of action to help their trust in order to help them. awarded. Please refer to thepeople through issues of poverty, Social Work Accreditation Boarddomestic violence, crime, drug The truth is, it can be disheartening website for more information -abuse, divorce, problem gambling seeing people who are lost and http://accreditation.sasw.org.sg/etc. Social workers spend their time scared every day. But if you areworking with not only individuals, passionate about helping those in Accreditation for Socialbut also with their families, local need, your reward will be knowing Workersauthorities and relevant institutions the lost and the scared have foundto come up with solutions that help hope in your assistance. All Social Workers in Singaporeindividuals live better. are encouraged to be accredited Minimum Qualification through the Social WorkAs a Social Worker, you will learn Accreditation Boardproper case management techniques Bachelor or Graduate Diploma in (http://accreditation.sasw.org.sg/).to actively assist individuals who are Social Work from:dealing with complex social, health • The National University of Through accreditation, the Boardor psychological issues. Often, Singapore (NUS) aims to ensure the professionalyou will be put through situations • SIM University (UniSIM) standards of Social Work practice,where your patience and tact are • Social work qualifications that promote continuing education andrequired, as you assess and evaluate are obtained from overseas must improve the professional image of be accredited by a recognised Social Workers. ItPafaorbtyoSoowfoueuwcstasiwharioeol.snSwaoaemclyrvioCaiiducolse’-nleclsvar,bevryeerioscefiueuorjnnceodaxbPneesrcdo.dou,gotrtrigrvasae.mosinglmtoehdoerok,! uiaLngneghdatrtonrheems-swkoiitrlcleehd

“Social Workers areempowered to help the marginalised people in our society and makean impact in their lives. Jean Koh Senior Social Worker

What can I look forward to as You are also encouraged to Workers who have been working fora Social Worker? keep your skills relevant through over 5 years can take advantage of various professional training and the Sabbatical Leave Scheme (SLS)As Social Workers, you work with development schemes available. that offers 10 weeks of paid leavediverse population groups such as For those interested in furthering and support of up to $30,000 forchildren, youth, families, elderly and their education, the VWO-Charities professional development.people with disabilities. You also get Capability Fund (VCF) providesto work in varied practice contexts training grants for postgraduate For Social Workers with potentialsuch as child protection services, training in Social Work to hold senior leadership roles, thecommunity-based family services, http://www.ncss.org.sg/ Social Service Talent Developmentspecial schools, residential homes VWOcorner/pcg_supportacq.asp Scheme (SSTDS) provides aetc. Social Workers can also find comprehensive developmentthemselves contributing in different Social Workers with leadership programme to hone either theircapacities from ground work with potential are identified and groomed specialist skills or leadershipindividuals, families and communities for higher responsibilities through readiness.to policy-making, administrative the Professional and Leadershiproles or in research, advocacy and Development Scheme (PLDS). Socialtraining.

Progression Pathways fora Social WorkerITE NITEC in SSI Diploma SSI Higher SSI Diploma A Levels PolytechicCommunity in Social Diploma in Disability DiplomaCare and Service in Social StudiesSocial ServiceServicesSIM University (UniSIM) National University of First degree in any disciplineBachelor of Social Work Singapore (NUS) with relevant experience Bachelor of Arts (Social Work)or NUS or Graduate Diploma /Masters inBachelor of Social Work Social Work(Honours) Bachelor of Social Science or (Honours) (Social Work) UniSIM Graduate Diploma /Masters in Social Work Social WorkerPossible Children, Eldercare Disability Rehabilitation PsychiatricSpecialisation Youth and and Welfare and and MentalAreas Families Protection Health

“I look forward to continuing my work in this sector and build up onmy foundation skills and knowledge towards helping others. Nurul Syarryzan bte Suhaimi Social Work Associate

Social Work AssociateWorking closely with Social Workers, from being the first point of contact What can I look forward to asSocial Work Associates also work for many who are helpless and a Social Work Associate?in varied practice contexts where unsure. Like Social Workers, you willthey offer support in welfare, case get to interact with a wide range of Social Work Associates may alsoco-ordination and counselling to the population groups and your patience take up positions in other roles likecommunity. and understanding will be the key in programme executives, volunteer helping you understand your clients’ co-ordinators and communityAs a Social Work Associate, your needs. development executives.knowledge and skills will beput into use to co-ordinate and Minimum Qualification Those aspiring to work their wayimplement programmes for clients up to become a Social Worker canand volunteers. Whether carrying • Diploma in Social Sciences receive funding support to study forout home visits with Social Workers, (Social Work) by Nanyang a Social Work degree at approvedfollowing up on cases, or giving Polytechnic (NYP) institutions. (http://www.ncss.org.referrals, your greatest value comes • Higher Diploma in Social Service sg/VWOcorner/pcg_supportacq. by Social Service Institute (SSI) asp)YcwSoohoiputilchpdicaordaelrintnsSua,ecnbyhrivoitoliiiuecotietssehsesa,,,rtfyeoaoomrpuwtlirheolieenerkmtsei,fwplupdilleto!ehorylmpy.leeAntt

Social Service AssistantSocial Service Assistant is a term If you are more comfortable working The lives you are caring for needcovering a number of job titles, with adults or the elderly, you could your assistance because they cannotincluding House Parents, Welfare choose to be a Therapy Aide, do so themselves. If you wish to helpOfficers, Therapy Aides, Health Care Nursing Aide or a Health Care these people, this career could beAttendants, Nursing Aides and Home Attendant. These careers will put you right for you.Care Workers. They team up with in places like Community Hospitals,professional staff in their respective Nursing Homes or Day Care Centres. Relevant Qualificationswork and provide assistance which As a Therapy Aide, you will assistcannot be done without. Therapists in the performance of • NITEC in Community Care and specialised exercises. Or if you Social Services (ITE)As a Social Service Assistant, choose to be a Nursing Aide, you • Diploma in Social Service bywhere you work will depend on will support Health Professionals Social Service Institute (SSI)your interest. If you enjoy working by performing routine duties like • GCE O / N levelwith children, you could be a serving medicine. As a Health CareHouseparent at Children’s Home. Attendant or Home Care Worker, Social Service Assistants who aspireSome of your responsibilities with the you will provide administrative to move on to professional positionschildren would include supporting support to Health Professionals and can upgrade their qualifications andthe childrens’ physical care and also serve clients by attending to further their careers. Admission toensuring their social and emotional their nutritional needs and ensuring programmes to acquire relevantdevelopment needs their safety and well-being. qualifications will depend on one’sare met. performance, aptitude and also meeting the necessary admissionT•••• h eHDNKeSieugloerpntcpuiinifiaryngilingnSgPgeFeCratovhmhpieciillelediLeriiwevnsendiTtshuotosogDtferSiytstuhhasceebucripEelipeltdidoeesrrtlsLyefoaudrInkedyepcaeunsdeesn; t Lives criteria to the relevant institutions of higher learning. For instance, Social Service Assistants who aspire to professional positions can upgrade their qualifications as shown in the following page.

“The greatest joy that I receive in my job is when I see my elderlyclients smiling with happinessNg Gek Peng Care Staff

Progression Pathways for aSocial Service Assistant SOCIAL WORKER SOCIAL WORKER Bachelor Degree Bachelor Degree in in Social Work - Social Work - NUS, UniSIM UniSIMBachelor of SPECIAL SOCIAL SOCIAL GCENursing NEEDS WORK WORK A Level- NUS or TEACHER ASSOCIATE ASSOCIATESIM Global Bachelor of Higher Diploma Diploma inEducation Education in Social Social Sciences (Special Service - SSI (Social Work) - Education) - SSI NYPREGISTERED THERAPY WORKSHOP SOCIALNURSE ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR/ SERVICEDiploma in WSQ TRAINING ASSISTANTNursing - NP or Qualifications OFFICER Diploma inNYP Diploma in Social Service Disability - SSI Studies - SSI SOCIAL SERVICE ASSISTANT NITEC in Community Care and Social Services - ITE GCE O / N Level



CounsellorPeople require counselling for many clients feel comfortable enough to Association for Counselling (SAC).reasons like relationship problems, open up about their problems and Requirements as recommended byfamily issues, depression or death feelings. Your job involves providing the SAC can be found atof a loved one. But contrary to a safe and confidential space for www.sac-counsel.org.sgbeliefs, Counsellors are not there discussion, without letting yourto tell others what they need to do. accumulated experiences affect the What can I look forward to asCounsellors are there to help people way you work with the client, nor a Counsellor?with their problems, needs and allowing the client’s difficulties affectdifficulties, by encouraging clients to your personal life. This can be a In most cases, you would counselexplore their options and eventually personal and professional challenge people individually, but you couldmake their own decisions for a because it means having to confront also work with couples, familiespositive change. your own feelings such as sadness, or groups. Counsellors can also fear, etc. But if you are up for it, the specialise in various branches ofA big part of being a Counsellor satisfaction is tremendous when your counselling, such as solution-focusedinvolves active listening and helping time and dedication has resulted in therapy, cognitive-behaviouralclients discover their strengths to putting a person’s troubled life back therapy, educational counselling,overcome the difficulties. At times, on track. addiction counselling, and more.a Counsellor has to teach clients These areas of specialisationsome strategies or skills to increase Registration serve as platforms for professionaltheir capabilities and problem development or identification of newsolving skills. As a Counsellor, you Counsellors are encouraged areas of therapy and the provision ofwill need to build trust and help to register with the Singapore such treatments. Wjspoeebenraifpoovrerrompsthopaenseicctcietaos,r,nepyseooirftuepyncaoottuihaudllydaeonmruidsodeenetxsshptirrreaoert!uteWigsthehit.ethhreperqroaumnirkiessdintog

“It gives me a senseof fulfilment andsatisfaction when I seeothers have a positivechange in their life.CShheeune LingAssistantDirector

PsychologistPsychologists, like Counsellors, Your significance comes from your Registrationwork towards the goal of mental valued ability to identify, evaluate,and emotional wellness for their and provide intervention within the To become a Registeredclients. The differences lie mainly community where you practise, such Psychologist with the Singaporein their training, qualifications and as counselling centres, family service Psychological Society, you willapproaches. Psychologists provide centres, social service agencies, need to obtain a post-graduatescientific assessments, as well special schools, hospitals or degree in Applied-Psychology andas prevention and intervention rehabilitation agencies. If you have a appropriate practical training frommeasures to enhance the functioning genuine desire to help the everyday an accredited university. For moreand well-being of both individuals people make sense of the chaos in information, please visit www.and organisations. their lives, this could be the career singaporepsychologicalsociety.org. for you.As a Psychologist, you would What can I look forward to asget to see and work with people Minimum Qualification a Psychologist?for a variety of reasons includingaddictions, phobias, trauma and A basic degree in psychology As a Psychologist, you can specialiseeven loneliness. Through your would enable you to start off in in an area of interest like clinical,expertise in the human mind and this profession but you will need educational and counsellingbehaviour, you can help these a postgraduate degree to be a psychology. Postgraduateindividuals better comprehend registered Psychologist. Degrees educational opportunities such asthe problems, and assist them in from the following universities are master’s and doctoral programmescreating positive changes for a accepted: are also available locally andbetter quality of living. • National University of overseas. Singapore (NUS),Psychologists are one of the rare • Nanyang Technologicalprofessions qualified to help people University (NTU)establish new ways of behaving • Singapore Managementor to provide practical support to University (SMU)help individuals overcome issues. • An accredited foreign tertiary institution

“My greatestsatisfaction as apsychologist is when,through providingintervention andsupporting theirneeds, I see mystudents grow andfulfil their potential.Bernice LeePsychologist

Early Intervention “It is wonderful toTeacher see the progressNot all children in this world are born equal- some are born with special my studentsneeds that slow them down from keeping up with society. Fortunately, make. In factEarly Intervention (EIPIC) Teachers are here to help children with special they sometimesneeds, aged six years and below, in their development during their critical teach me moreearly years. than what I teach them.EIPIC Teachers are a specialized group of educators trained to help youngchildren with physical, sensory, developmental and intellectual disabilities Felicia Ngmanage and overcome their shortcomings. As an EIPIC Teacher, you willwork with parents, caregivers and other specialists to map out Individual EIPIC TeacherEducation Plans for the children. You will also plan class curriculum andconduct learning activities that will enhance their development andmaximize their potential for eventual integration into the community.Extraordinary children do not happen by themselves. If you stronglybelieve that young children with special needs deserve the guidance andsupport in their formative years, this life-changing career could be perfectfor you.Minimum Qualification• Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention (Special Needs) by Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)• Diploma graduates from the following relevant disciplines start off as teacher trainees: > Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Child Psychology and Early Education by Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP) > Diploma in Early Childhood Studies by Temasek Polytechnic (TP)What can I look forward to as an Early Intervention Twahtoearknsfooacrvcieaerlaosgeferovovicefer1s1-e30c%,0to0ar0nhnaaunsadallyg.rowsTeacher?As an EIPIC teacher, you can look forward to prospects forpromotion to supervisory and planning roles in early interventioncentres if you possess the required competencies, experience andperformance.

Special EducationTeacherLike EIPIC Teachers, Special Education Teachers are trainedto work with children with disabilities like autism, dyslexia,and other forms of physical and intellectual disabilities. Aftersix years old, some of these children may progress to SpecialEducation Schools, where Special Education Teachers arethere to lead them on their learning paths.Special Education Teachers develop specialised trainingprogrammes to help students learn according to their individualneeds and pace. Other than reading and learning, you will alsobe planting basic but essential life skills like hygiene and safetyso they can be self-sufficient when they grow up.In your life, there was probably one teacher who taught youmore than homework. Maybe that teacher encouraged ormotivated you. More importantly, they made you feel you wereworth every bit the time and effort as your peers. The rightteacher can make a huge difference in a student’s motivation.If you believe these disabled children and youth deserve equalopportunity to reach their highest potential, be a SpecialEducation Teacher and help them along on their journeys.Minimum Qualification• Diploma in Special Education by the National Institute of Education (NIE)What can I look forward to as a Special EducationTeacher?You are encouraged to keep abreast of current knowledgethrough continuing courses and seminars available. SpecialEducation Teachers can look forward to progression as seniorteacher, Head of Department and Principal of a specialeducation school with the requisite qualifications, experienceand performance.

“This sector gives you the opportunity touse your creativity tomake a difference to the less fortunate in our society. Keith Lee Director, Elderly Services

Managers and ExecutivesThe Social Service industry needs awareness for the organisation is Managerial Positionstheir Managers and Executives built. • Executive Directorsas much as their Psychologists or • Centre ManagersTherapists. The smooth running Your forte in marketing will help non • Principals/ Vice-Principals ofof any organisation requires the profit organisations raise vital funds Special Schoolsknowledge and experience of for sustainability.capable people from a diverse field Executive Positionslike finance, human resources and Your motivation will come from • Marketing/ Fundraising Executivesother operational areas. knowing every task performed • Finance Executives is towards improving the lives • Human Resources ExecutivesUncertain of how you can of individuals in need. If you are • Communications/Public Relationscontribute? seeking deeper meaning in your Executives job, the Social Service sector could • Administrative ExecutivesYour proficiency in numbers will be suitable for you. Dependingkeep accounts transparent for on interests and experience, Qualificationsstakeholders. the following management and executive opportunities await you: • A Level or Diploma HoldersYour talent in public relations will • Degree or post-graduateensure that the much-needed qualification in the relevant discipline By 2030, 19% of our total population will be of the elderly. This means one elderly in every five persons!

PhysiotherapistThere are many reasons why a Physiotherapy helps people of all Losing the ability to do basic thingsperson may have limited physical ages, from newborns to the elderly, like sitting up or walking can befunctioning and mobility. For to improve or restore their physical upsetting and highly frustrating. Asexample, patients who have movements after it has been affected a Physiotherapist, you will providesuffered a stroke may require or lost due to injuries, illnesses or customised treatments, and person-physiotherapy to help them relearn disabilities. Physiotherapists assess centred rehabilitation that addressesnormal movements such as walking, and treat a variety of conditions individual, social and environmentalstanding or sitting. Or athletes with associated with the cardiovascular, factors. With your patience andinjuries may need rehabilitation musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and encouragement, clients will regainbefore they can return to their sport respiratory systems of the body. more than just movement; they willin the shortest time possible. get their confidence back.lwdaManeniledlsdacnsinrecniibavtnepeegrreeftuhbsclete,oinanSmgctoito-nciontiuhanoele-tsSpsoeteanorcoavkturireecsaednjau,esssdfxotSipvrsinemeogrrm.iseaeepn,cowcerhoe.ar’Ysldloessuontrcgowiianolgrk

“Physiotherapy isnot just a job, it is avocation. There is asense of fulfillmentknowing that I playeda part in someone’sroad to recovery.Pauline KohSenior Physiotherapist

Occupational TherapistFollowing an injury or illness, a Occupational Therapy is about You would devise treatmentperson’s ability to perform self- helping people develop, recover, or programmes based on theircare, leisure or work tasks may be maintain daily living and work skills. individual needs and lifestyles. Yourimpaired. By assessing the client’s As an Occupational Therapist, you work could include teaching strokegeneral health, medical history, could be working with your clients in patients how to bath and dressand even visiting the client’s home places like early intervention centres, themselves; how to use a computeror workplace, the Occupational special schools, rehabilitation and or to prepare and eat food. If youTherapist figures out how to help residential programme for people think getting people back on theirclients increase independence with disabilities. feet is a worthwhile challenge,in their daily living and working then maybe being an Occupationalenvironment. Therapist is for you.Ippstfhaaoyleiouadirrur,eiepttdhsheiiienonnrkfksataShningoeaacodpiintadrh!olieStSfireioenssrncsevaieciocltn2e$oa06rpls1s.rm2oa,ifrletelihsocsenioogmanoaypvleaesarraarnrbmteoleepenotnotoshrulayrse

“As an OccupationalTherapist I can dosomething meaningful andmake a positive impact inthe lives of others.Tay Hwee LinPrincipal OccupationalTherapist

Speech-Language TherapistCommunication is not just important; speech related disabilities or speech Usually you will be working on a one-it is absolutely necessary in all impairments such as delayed on-one basis, or in groups, at placesaspects of life. Other than being able development, autism, hearing loss, such as early intervention centres,to understand what the other person intellectual disabilities, brain damage special schools and rehabilitationis saying, communication also helps or emotional problems. In this job, centres. You may also get to workyou express what you need and you would treat and support people at therapy hubs which providefeel. Speech-Language Therapists with communication problems, therapy support to a wide rangeare concerned with the various swallowing problems and reading of social services across the island.speech, language, communication and writing difficulties by first If you have interests in languageand swallowing disorders in children, assessing their specific difficulties and communication methods, youadults and elderly. and later developing specialised could possibly do well as a Speech- therapy programmes for them to Language Therapist where you willPeople who require Speech- cope. help people maximise their ability toLanguage Therapy could be people be heard.born with or have developed IsoOnoffrcSegiiarnaelgndsiaespbarvotyiirocoeenv,separtnroo4ag0hsr0etaolVmpuonmtlhdueeninstngaaerr1yee,dW8by0e.e0ilnfagre

“As a Speech Therapist, I aim to make a difference and improvethe quality of life for people with communication difficulties. Rajeev Ranjan Speech Therapist

Requirements & Professional DevelopmentOpportunities for TherapistsRegistrationTherapists (OT/PT/SLT) who are practising for the first timein Singapore must be registered with the Allied HealthProfessions Council (AHPC) before commencing work.More details on the registration process can be found here:http://www.healthprofessionals.gov.sg/content/hprof/ahpc/en/leftnav/becoming_professionals.htmlMinimum Qualification Minimum Qualification Minimum QualificationPhysiotherapist Occupational Therapist Speech-Language Therapist• Diploma in Physiotherapy by • Diploma in Occupational Therapy • Master of Science – Speech and Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) by Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) Language Pathology by National• Degree from an accredited • Degree from an accredited University of Singapore (NUS) foreign university foreign university • Degree from an accredited foreign universityWhat can I look forward to as What can I look forward to asa Physiotherapist? an Occupational Therapist? What can I look forward to as a Speech-LanguageYou can choose to specialise in You can develop a niche and Therapist?diverse areas of practice such as specialise as a clinical specialist ingeriatrics, paediatrics, neurological physical rehabilitation, community You can specialise in differentrehabilitation, musculoskeletal healthcare, paediatrics or areas of practice, such as, speechphysiotherapy and health care psychosocial rehabilitation. Like disorders, language disorders,management. Senior Therapists senior Physiotherapists, Senior swallowing disorders, voice disorderscould be involved in clinical Occupational Therapists may occupy and fluency disorders amongsupervision, provision of consultation management positions or take on children and adults. You can alsoservices or embark on community teaching and research roles. move on to management roles sucheducation or outreach projects. as running services, forming policiesThey may move on to management and conducting research or take on apositions or take on teaching and teaching role.research roles.

Extensive Professional Development &Continuing Education OpportunitiesFunding support is available for local and overseas training tobuild competencies necessary to improve management andgovernance in the social service sector. Social service professionalscan look forward to extensive professional developmentthrough local courses, external accredited courses and industryattachments.Extensive continuing education opportunities are available atvarious levels through NITEC, Diploma, Degree and post-graduatequalifications. Scholarships are also offered for studies in keyprofessions required by the sector.Scholarships, Study Awards, Traineeship Professional DevelopmentUndergraduate/ Tertiary Post Graduate Mid-career • Professional and Leadership DevelopmentEducation Scheme (for Social Workers)• Social Service • Lien Scholarship • Professional • Sabbatical Leave Scheme (for Social Workers) Scholarship for Social Service Conversion • Social Service Talent Development Scheme Leaders Programmes • Professional Capability Grant under the VWO-• Singapore Industry Scholarship Charities’ Capability Grant supports training courses, conferences and higher education• Social Work Training courses with up to 50% funding. Sponsorship • SSI also provides a range of professional development courses:• Social Work http://www.socialserviceinstitute.sg/ Associate Training Sponsorship• NITEC in Community Care and Social Services• Prime Minister’s Social Service Award

Be the change. AcknowledgementMake a difference. NCSS wishes to thank the followingIt starts with you. Right here, right now. agencies for their kind participation in the development of this booklet:The term making a difference may take different forms for differentpeople, but over at social services, it is simply about empowering Asian Women’s Welfareindividuals and improving the quality of lives. AssociationIf you are excited and passionate about being part of a transformative Care Corner Family Servicesector, we want you. Centre (Queenstown)If you can recognise how valuable your own experience and knowledge Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singaporeare, and decide to let others benefit generously from it, we want you. NTUC Eldercare Co-operative LtdIt takes someone special to see the special in others - it takesconviction, passion and plenty of heart. With your expertise and Singapore Children’s Societyinnovative thinking, you have the potential to help create a communitywhere people feel supported in times of need. St Luke’s ElderCare Ltd – HougangAre you ready to get involved? The Society for the PhysicallyGreat! Because there is no way we can do this alone. DisabledFind out more about social services, its careers, remuneration, andavailable positions at www.socialservicejobs.org.sg CHOOSE SOCIAL SERVICES.

National Council of Social Service (NCSS) is the leading and coordinating agency for the social servicesector in Singapore. We work in close partnership with member voluntary welfare organisations (VWOs),to identify service gaps, enable them to pioneer new programmes and set best practice guidelines. Ouraim is to continually enhance the quality of social services for the disadvantaged. We work closely withVWOs for better management and delivery of social service programmes. The objective is to stretch thecharity dollar so that more people can benefit from the quality services provided.Purpose We will continue to build our own capability, including strengthening the research component, to equip the sector inTo ensure that every person the areas of operational readiness, quality enhancement andhas the opportunity to live assurance, enabling the VWOs to fulfill their roles as servicea life of dignity to his or her providers with more effective reach and better outcome for theirfullest potential within society. clients.Mission NCSS also recognises the importance of investing in human capital to build a strong social service sector, with resourcesTo provide leadership and being allocated for the continuous growth, training anddirection in social services, recognition of manpower.enhance the capabilities ofsocial service organisations, For more information, visit www.ncss.org.sgand promote strategicpartnerships for social Community Chestservices. Community Chest raises funds to support VWOs in programmes to help the disadvantaged and distressed. Visit www.comchest.org.sg for more information. Social Service Institute As the appointed Continuing Education & Training (CET) centre, the Social Service Institute takes on the strategic and leadership role in driving training efforts for the social service and non-profit sector. Visit www.socialserviceinstitute.sg for more information.

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