Social Worker FH (80%)

About the job

The municipality of Risch is a progressive and dynamic organisation in the public sector, enjoying a high level of trust from over 11,800 residents. This is thanks to the daily commitment of around 300 employees, for whom service and solution orientation are a matter of course.

The Social/Health Department consists of the areas of Generations and Society, School Social Work, as well as Social Services with a total of 24 employees.

For a fixed-term maternity cover, we are looking for a

Social Worker FH (80%)

Your tasks

• Clarification and granting of economic social assistance in accordance with legal bases (SHG, SHV, SKOS guidelines, internal instructions)
• Support, advice and referral to specialist agencies
• Initiation and support of integration measures
• Assertion of third-party benefits
• Voluntary short consultations and referral to suitable specialists/agencies on social issues
• Administrative support of clients with the help of social administration
• Cooperation with authorities, agencies and specialist services
• If necessary, participation in specialist committees and projects of the department

Our requirements

• Degree in Social Work FH or an equivalent qualification with several years of professional experience in the field of economic social assistance
• Resilience, flexibility as well as team and conflict skills
• Understanding of people in difficult life situations as well as empathy and assertiveness
• Quick comprehension, efficient and solution-oriented working style
• Very good oral and written expression in German
• Very good IT skills (Office applications, CMI and Klib)

Our benefits

Our focus is on the satisfaction of the population. We are committed with clarity, respect and a high level of service understanding to a functioning and liveable municipality. Appreciation shapes our everyday life: we listen, take concerns seriously and maintain an open, collegial exchange.

We trust in the initiative of our employees and provide space for independent work as well as responsible decisions. Innovation and initiative are welcome with us – we think ahead and boldly take new paths. In doing so, we always act with foresight and take responsibility for sustainable solutions that create long-term benefits.

Through flexible working hours, you can plan your work independently and adapt it to business needs. There is the possibility of home office. In addition, we offer extra-mandatory social benefits and performance-based remuneration. Further information on the advantages of employment with the municipality can be found here .

Contact

If you feel addressed and have the necessary qualifications, we look forward to receiving your complete application. You can quickly and easily submit your application online via the following link « apply here».

For telephone enquiries, Ms Michelle Burla, Head of Social Services, Tel. 041 554 26 92, will be happy to assist you.

We look forward to getting to know you!