Social Worker Family Profile, 60-90 %

Through their work in the five social centers, the Social Services ensure that the people in the city of Zürich can rely on effective basic social services.

For our Sozialzentrum Selnau, we are looking for a motivated specialist as a temporary assistant, fixed-term for 6-12 months, starting immediately or by arrangement.

Tasks ##

• You support and advise families in financial and social difficulties.
• You work polyvalently: You issue economic social assistance, advise families in difficult situations, and carry out civil law child protection mandates. Variety is guaranteed.
• On behalf of the Kindes- und Erwachsenenschutzbehörde, you investigate threats to child welfare.
• You document your work traceably in a case management system.
• You are administratively supported by clerks, can draw on the knowledge of internal specialist departments, and work closely with your colleagues in the team.

Profile ##

• University of Applied Sciences degree in Social Work is mandatory
• Professional experience in the orientation of economic social assistance and/or in child and youth welfare; relevant further training is a plus
• Commercial flair and good knowledge of financial topics
• Joy in working with people and different family constellations and good handling of conflicting expectations
• Rapid grasping of complex situations and the ability to take on different roles in counseling and support

We offer ##

A versatile, varied activity at an attractive location in Zürich with the option of flexible working models. A good working atmosphere in well-established teams awaits you. High level of professionalism and a versatile range of further training opportunities are a matter of course for us.

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About us ##

With around 2400 employees, the Sozialdepartement of the city of Zürich commits itself daily to a social Zürich. We are there for everyone and support children, adolescents, and adults in different life situations. We make an important contribution to social cohesion. And we contribute to a high quality of life in the neighborhoods.

Interested? ##

Then we look forward to your online application! Applications by post or e-mail will not be considered.

Daniela Bottlang, Head of Counseling F-Profile, Tel. +41 44 412 80 57, is happy to answer your questions about the position. Information about the application process is provided by Mélisande Brechbühl, Senior Recruiter, at +41 44 412 61 31.

Become part of the Sozialdepartement and move Zürich forward!

Reference No.: 51268

Working for the city ##

Working for the city

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