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MCYS National Day Awardees -
Congratulations!

Commendation Medal:
Ms Ng Pei Yu Vivienne, Psychological Services Unit/RPDMs Ng Pei Yu Vivienne
Psychological Services Unit/RPD

In her 13 years of service, Vivienne has been an excellent example of energy, passion and expertise in her pursuit to help an extensive range of people. This she has achieved through her professional clinical work, numerous training workshops that she has conducted, mentoring of subordinates as well as her own personal involvement in community work. Vivienne is also admired for her open-mindedness, integrity and determination to excel under trying conditions.

A key area of clinical expertise has been in working with victims of trauma, disasters and in training other professionals in this area of work. She was instrumental in initiating many treatment groups for victims of abuse as well as in leading two teams of officers in providing such services. Vivienne was a member and deputy leader of the teams that travelled to Taipei (for the SQ 006 crash) and Phuket (recent Tsunami disaster) respectively, to provide critical psychological support for the relatives and victims as well as for the staff of the other agencies involved in managing the critical incident.


Efficiency medal:
Ms Philomena Pilatu Nicholas, Payment and Revenue Section/FFDMs Philomena Pilatu Nicholas
Payment and Revenue Section/FFD

As a Senior Finance Officer in Payment & Revenue Unit, Philo’s job responsibilities include processing of payments and journals for five divisions/units in MCYS, handling payroll reports, processing of casual staff wages and managing MCYS HQ miscellaneous deposits account.

Having been in the service for over 25 years, Philo has accumulated a wealth of experience in the area of finance which she would not hesitate to share with her colleagues/supervisor. She often provides close guidance and will unhesitatingly extend assistance to her co-workers. She also provides sound advice to her supervisor when her input is required. Based on divisions’ feedback, she has provided excellent customer service. Her responsiveness in meeting customers’ requests has often earned compliments from customers who deal with her.

Mdm Kavitha Devi d/o Vasudevan Nair, Residential and Aftercare Services Branch/RPDMdm Kavitha Devi d/o Vasudevan Nair
Residential and Aftercare Services Branch/RPD

Mdm Kavitha Devi has worked in Toa Payoh Girl’s Home for more than ten years. As a Corporate Staff Officer, she performs a broad range of administrative and financial duties effectively and efficiently with minimum supervision.

Kavitha does her work well and often gives high quality output, sometimes within short deadlines set. What is especially remarkable and commendable about Kavitha is not merely the quality but also the sheer volume and type of work she does single-handedly with minimum fuss. She is prompt in providing accurate statistics to the Headquarters for analysis on profile of the residents and trends in juvenile delinquency. She also offers ideas to improve service quality. Her commitment, efficiency and high sense of responsibility in work have won her the respect of staff working with her.

Mdm Nam Sook Meng, Residential and Aftercare Services Branch/RPDMdm Nam Sook Meng
Residential and Aftercare Services Branch/RPD


Mdm Lam has worked as a Senior Houseparent in Toa Payoh Girls’ Home for the past 15 years, overseeing the daily schedule for the residents, maintaining the cleanliness of the dormitories, as well as assisting the residents in their rehabilitative programmes and plans for their reintegration into the family and community.

Her leadership qualities were proven when she was appointed as senior housemother to lead a team of staff to oversee the general well being of the residents. She relates well with both staff and residents in the Home and is well liked by them. Mdm Lam has proven to be capable, dependable and a highly responsible officer who consistently contributes to the effectiveness of the rehabilitation programmes with her efficiency and integrity.


Long Service Medals:
Ms Tang See Hoon, Computer Information Assistant, ITDMs Tang See Hoon,
Computer Information Assistant, ITD


“I am very honoured to receive the NationaI Day Long Service award. Working in ITD has been fulfilling and enriching. I have picked up valuable IT skills and knowledge. My caring and helpful colleagues also help make learning and exploring new technology fun and interesting. They also inspire me to give my best at work.”

Tng Hwee Noi, Senior Child Welfare Officer, FCPW, Adoption Service, RPDTng Hwee Noi,
Senior Child Welfare Officer,
FCPW, Adoption Service, RPD


"I truly enjoy my work. It gives me a lot of satisfaction. To know that I could be of help to someone in need makes me to feel proud and good about myself. I will treasure this fulfilling experience that I've derived from this job."

Goh Bee Lay, Corporate Support Officer, FCPW, RPDGoh Bee Lay,
Corporate Support Officer, FCPW, RPD


“I feel happy that my contribution is appreciated through this award. When I joined FCPW, I had to do counter duty at the Intake Assessment Unit. I learnt a lot by listening to other people problems. I think the right work attitude is that we must accept change in work and always be ready to learn, adapt and have a positive attitude."

Ng Swee Seng, Senior Probation Officer, Probation Services Branch (PSB)Ng Swee Seng,
Senior Probation Officer,
Probation Services Branch (PSB)

"Dealing with offenders is always very challenging but meaningful work. You feel satisfied and rewarded when the probationers complete their supervision successfully. I am glad that my efforts are recognized. To keep on going with the job, I believe that you have to motivate yourself, enjoy the work you do and to learn from others."