Social Worker as Professional Guardian 60% - 100%

13 May 2026
60 – 100%
Permanent position
Olten

Job summary

Join the Sozialregion Olten as a social worker (60%-100%). Enjoy a supportive work environment and flexible conditions.

Tasks

Manage cases in child and adult protection independently.
Guide and represent clients in legal and financial matters.
Collaborate with various authorities and institutions effectively.

Skills

Degree in social work or equivalent, with further training required.
Strong organization and initiative, with a focus on quality.
Team player with empathy for individuals in challenging situations.

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Social Worker as Professional Guardian 60% - 100%

Your varied position at the Social Region Olten

The Office for Child and Adult Protection Olten (AKES) carries out mandates on behalf of the municipalities of Trimbach, Winznau, Hauenstein, Ifenthal, Wisen and the city of Olten in child and adult protection. We are looking for a social worker as a professional guardian for our team from 1 August 2026 or by arrangement, 60% - 100%.

General information

Workload
60%-100%
Start date
1 August 2026 or by arrangement
Employer
Municipality of Olten
Type of employment
Permanent
Type
Job offer

Tasks

Independent management of official mandates in child and adult protection
Support, advice and representation of clients in legal and financial matters
Management of clients' income and asset administration
Interdisciplinary collaboration with authorities, institutions and third parties
Participation in the design and further development of our organisation and services

Expectations

Tertiary degree in social work or equivalent qualification with further training in child and adult protection
Professional experience in mandate management is an advantage
A high degree of independence in work organisation, initiative, quality awareness and discretion
Good knowledge of administrative work (Word / KLIB), file management and social security law
Empathy for people in difficult life situations
Team player with a strong service orientation and high social competence

We offer

A varied, challenging and responsible role in a motivated team
Contemporary employment and salary conditions (annual working hours, home office)
A proper introduction and professional support through supervision and intervision
Central location with excellent public transport connections

Procedure

We look forward to getting to know you:

Send us your documents including a photo to bewerbungen@olten.ch

Further information

If you have any questions, we are happy to help:

Regula Wyss (062 206 12 77), Team Leader AKES