Nursing Assistant or Auxiliary Nursing Assistant 80-100%

A cantonal public law institution, the CNP is tasked with leading the health policy of the canton of Neuchâtel in the field of mental health, in collaboration with partner institutions. The CNP aims to rehabilitate patients suffering from mental disorders by adopting an integrated and community psychiatry model; it implements public policies for the promotion and prevention of mental health; it acts as a reference centre in the field of professional training and research in psychiatry.

The Department of Advanced Age is looking for, for its hospital unit G1, a:

Nursing Assistant or Auxiliary Nursing Assistant 80-100%

You hold an AFP in care and support assistance (ASA) or a Swiss Red Cross auxiliary health certificate, or an equivalent qualification, and you wish to join a recognised institution specialised in mental health.

As part of your role you will be required to:

• Care for elderly people with mental health issues, taking into account their habits and needs, and promoting their autonomy and independence.
• Assist patients with daily personal care: washing, dressing, eating, mobilising, communicating.
• Participate in the maintenance of care equipment, service premises and patients’ environment.
• Ensure the maintenance of patients’ social connections.

The main required skills are as follows:

• Hold an AFP in care and support assistance (ASA) or a Swiss Red Cross auxiliary health certificate, or an equivalent qualification.
• Have experience and specific knowledge in psychiatry (an advantage).
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• Have the ability to adapt to various care situations (acute and stabilised).

Start date: Immediately or to be agreed

Workplace: Préfargier site, 2074 Marin-Epagnier

Activity rate: 80-100%

Contract type: Permanent contract (CDI)

Application deadline: 31 October 2026

Contact persons: Bruno Da Rocha, ICUS of G1

Maureen Magnan, Sourcing and Recruitment Specialist

Complete application files (cover letter, CV, diplomas and work certificates, recognition) are to be sent directly via Jobup.