Social Worker 40-60%

Co-creation and appreciation - lived by us daily! We are a small and versatile social service in the municipality of Sigriswil (approx. 4-900 inhabitants), responsible for the areas of social assistance and child and adult protection. Due to a retirement, a position is becoming vacant with us, so we are looking for you as a committed specialist in the areas of social assistance and child and adult protection. Your tasks: ### You independently manage cases in economic social assistance and process mandates in child and adult protection on behalf of the KESB. We work polyvalently. The case portfolio may vary depending on the operational situation. In your role, you advise people on personal, financial, and legal issues and support them in challenging life situations. You ensure careful documentation as well as timely reporting and work closely with specialists and professional agencies. As a committed team member, you actively contribute to the further development of our quality, standards, and professionalism. Our profile: ### A versatile everyday working life with a lot of personal responsibility awaits you, as well as supportive cooperation with a committed and motivated team. Our open and participatory team culture gives you space to contribute your ideas and actively participate in further development. Your profile: ### You have completed training as a Social Worker HF/FH or an equivalent qualification. Ideally, you already have professional experience; however, we also welcome motivated career starters. You have specialist knowledge in social assistance and/or child and adult protection and convince through high social competence, empathy, and strong communication skills. Your way of working is independent, structured, and responsible. You are open to continuous development and actively participate. You take co-responsibility for a balanced distribution of tasks in a small team and are ready to contribute your knowledge and ideas. A digital way of working is important to us; good knowledge of MS Office and ideally experience with KLIB round off your profile. Your future: ### Look forward to a modern working infrastructure with spacious office premises and a workplace in the immediate vicinity of public transport. Moderate case numbers also enable you to work with high quality. Furthermore, you benefit from flexible working hours in a flextime model and the possibility to work from home by arrangement. Employment is according to cantonal guidelines and is supplemented by attractive opportunities for professional and personal further training.