Associate – Programme - Active Ageing Centre
About the job
- A minimum GCE O Level or Diploma in a relevant discipline, such as Social Work, Community Development, Psychology, or Gerontology.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with seniors and volunteers.
- Enthusiasm, empathy, and patience when interacting with diverse senior populations.
- Basic organizational and time-management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn other systems as needed.
- Ability to communicate in English and at least one local language or dialect to interact effectively with seniors.
- Assist in executing programs and activities aligned with the five domains of the Active Ageing Programme: Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Social, and Vocational.
- Set up, manage, and facilitate daily activities, workshops, and events for seniors.
- Gather feedback from seniors about program participation and suggest improvements.
- Conduct door-knocking and outreach activities to identify and connect with seniors in the community.
- Support efforts to engage isolated or vulnerable seniors and encourage their participation in Active Ageing Centre activities.
- Build rapport with seniors to foster trust and understanding of their needs.
- Assist in coordinating volunteer involvement in activities and programs.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for collaborations with community partners and stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate attendance records, program schedules, and activity reports.
- Assist in preparing materials and logistics for programs and events.
- Support data entry and filing to ensure proper documentation for reporting purposes.
- Help ensure the smooth running of the Active Ageing Centre, including managing resources and setting up for daily activities.
- Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for seniors and visitors.
- Prior experience in community engagement or working with seniors is advantageous but not mandatory.
About the company
Care Corner Singapore runs a network of 40+ service points that support at-risk youth, families in crisis, isolated seniors, and people facing mental health challenges, along with educational therapy and family-violence services. Services are delivered through family service centers, after-school and seniors/youth activity centers, a counseling hotline, and specialist programs, with an in-house innovation engine developed with the Lien Foundation and a new Family Service Centre in Punggol opened in 2025. It stands out from others by combining a long history (since 1981) with an island-wide, multi-service approach and a commitment to scalable, community-based solutions and ongoing innovation. Its goal is to ensure no one in Singapore gets left behind by providing accessible, multi-faceted support and by developing new ways to address complex social issues.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Singapore, Singapore
Founded
1981
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Care Corner’s FY2025 audited statements were authorized on 5 August 2026, showing operating continuity.
- Care Corner and Lien Foundation reported staff readiness rising from 67.5% to 81% by 2025.
- Uplift for Life 2026 advertises 31,149 annual lives touched, supporting fundraising momentum.
What critics are saying
- FY2026 funding still depends heavily on MSF, Tote Board, and NCSS grants.
- The Innovation Collective’s S$3.9 million over three years demands measurable service gains by 2029.
- Punggol FSC still uses an interim address in October 2026, exposing execution risk and beneficiary confusion.
What makes Care Corner Singapore unique
- Care Corner Singapore runs 40-plus service points across youth, family, senior, and mental-health support.
- Lien Foundation backed Care Corner’s Innovation Collective on 28 July 2026, funding dedicated innovation teams.
- Care Corner opened its Punggol Family Service Centre in April 2025, signaling territorial expansion.
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