Unit Manager at 80%

About the job

The Emma Couvreu Childhood Foundation, since 1829, has been actively committed to the reception, protection, and support of minors at risk in their development. Our services are aimed at children and also their parents. We implement our actions in accordance with values that we embody daily. Our activities are fully aligned with the minor protection policy established by the State of Vaud. Strong in its commitment, the Foundation manages 5 boarding schools and 6 outpatient units, mobilising more than 250 collaborators for this purpose.

The Educational Competence Centre in the School Environment (PEMS) is a body designated by the DGEJ to manage and coordinate socio-educational services in a school region, notably the social educators in the school environment (ESS) and the temporary and alternative schooling activity modules (MATAS).

As part of its missions within the PEMS of the Lavaux-Riviera region, the Emma Couvreu Childhood Foundation is advertising a position for:

Unit Manager at 80%

Our PEMS Services

PEMS coordinates two complementary systems: the ESS, which operate in the 12 schools of the Lavaux-Riviera region with pupils encountering difficulties in their schooling, in collaboration with their families, schools, and network partners; and the MATAS, which combine schooling and educational support for ten pupils enrolled in mainstream education and at risk of school dropout.

Job Description

The Unit Manager (UM) is, by delegation from the Sector Management, daily guarantor of the institutional line and the educational concept. They ensure the leadership and coordination of the educational teams of the ESS and the pedagogical-educational teams of the MATAS, oversee the quality of services delivered, and support professionals in analysing and monitoring situations. They accompany teams in complex situations, promote coherence of interventions, and ensure the application of clinical decisions and institutional directives.

The UM also acts as the link between the teams and the Sector Management. They represent the teams’ needs, participate in coordination with school management, and ensure the smooth organisational, administrative, and logistical functioning of the units. The role requires regular presence with the teams, availability for professional support, and active participation in the development of the systems.

Your Profile

• Holder of a HES or ES diploma in social education or an equivalent qualification
• Several years of clinical institutional experience with minors
• Extensive continuing education directly related to clinical work with minors and families
• Good knowledge of socio-educational intervention in outpatient settings
• Good knowledge of the Vaud school environment and the local psychosocial network
• Experience in a managerial position with personnel leadership would be an advantage
• Natural leadership, diplomatic character, and open-mindedness
• Excellent analytical, organisational, coordination, and leadership skills, as well as strong writing ability
• Driving licence and private vehicle essential

Workplace

1800 Vevey

We Offer You

A pleasant working environment, a dynamic team within an organisation ready to value creative talents and to take on significant challenges.

Working conditions according to the Social CCT.

Start date: 01.03.2027 or to be agreed

Duration: indefinite

Application: your complete file (cover letter, CV, CFC, diplomas, etc.) must be sent no later than 06.11.2026 via Jobup. Only applications received via Jobup will be considered. Only candidates matching the profile will be contacted.