Eating Companion m/f/d 40-50%

02 June 2026
40 – 50%
Aadorf

Job summary

Join our leading psychiatric clinic specializing in eating disorders. Enjoy a supportive work environment with excellent benefits.

Tasks

Provide educational support during meals for patients with eating disorders.
Assist in maintaining therapeutic meal agreements for clients.
Motivate and emotionally support patients through challenging eating situations.

Skills

Degree in social pedagogy or related field; recovery experience is a plus.
Strong social skills with empathy and respect for clients.
Ability to maintain structure and calm in challenging situations.

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About the job

We are a medically led specialist clinic for psychiatry, psychotherapy and psychosomatics with a total of 58 beds. The focused offer lies in the specialist areas of eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating disorder, obesity) / depression / anxiety disorders / burnout as well as psychotherapy for people of the 50+ generation.

For our Oase ward with a focus on anorexia/bulimia, we are looking for your cooperation from 1 July 2026 or by arrangement as

Eating Companion 40-50%

YOU WILL TAKE ON

Educational support during meals (and snacks) for people with eating disorders
Support in adhering to therapeutic eating agreements
Motivation and emotional support of patients in dealing with challenging eating situations
Creating a calm, safe atmosphere during meals
(Experiential educational) care between meals (Me-Time) with own design possibilities (creative offers, games, etc.)
Support in structuring the daily routine around meals
Perceiving and passing on relevant observations to the treatment team
Collaboration in the interdisciplinary team

YOU BRING WITH YOU

Training as a social pedagogue, care specialist or comparable qualification
Also suitable for peers with their own recovery experience in the field of eating disorders and corresponding stability
Competences in dealing with mental illnesses
High social competence as well as empathetic and appreciative interaction
Ability to convey clear structures and boundaries
Calmness, patience and confidence, even in challenging situations
Good powers of observation and responsible action

YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO

… a responsible and independent activity in a well-rehearsed team. This in a varied environment with attractive employment conditions and a pleasant working atmosphere.

If you have any questions, Laura Fall, Head of Nutritional Counselling, is happy to assist you at +41 52 368 88 56.

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