Team Leader Social Work at the Zurich in Age Specialist Office

Tasks

• You will lead the social work team - at three locations - both professionally and personally.
• You will ensure a high-quality and needs-based service in social counselling.
• You will ensure the continuous development of target group- and client-oriented information and advisory services (contact point for all age-related questions).
• You will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the specialist office and support projects of the Age Strategy 2035.
• You will actively network with partner organisations in the field of ageing and represent the specialist office in expert groups, projects, and public relations.

Profile

• University of Applied Sciences degree (Bachelor or Master) in Social Work or comparable level of education
• Sound knowledge in the field of ageing and health as well as experience in community work
• Several years of leadership experience
• Understanding of political frameworks and municipal structures
• Engaging and strong communication skills with confident demeanour and a high degree of independence and initiative

We offer

A responsible and exciting role in a lively working environment and committed team. A structured introduction to the area of responsibility as well as an attractive workplace with modern infrastructure. As an administrative unit of the City of Zurich, we offer attractive development opportunities, very progressive employment conditions, and excellent social benefits.

About us

The Municipal Health Services (SGD) are a service department of the Health and Environment Department with around 250 employees, offering a variety of health services for the population of the City of Zurich. They include the divisions City Medical Service (SAD), Zurich in Age (ZiA), Public Health (PH), Spitex, Management & Support.

The City of Zurich offers older residents a wide range of services in various areas of life. The Zurich in Age specialist office operates contact points in Oerlikon/Seebach, Wipkingen, and Klus Park for all questions relating to ageing. Information and advice, preventive health counselling with home visits, registration for municipal senior housing offers, support in finding accommodation, and an online platform with services for the elderly are among the offerings of the specialist office.

Interested?

Andrea Fanaj, Head of HR, will be happy to answer your questions at Tel. +41 44 412 20 79. Further information is available at www.stadt-zuerich.ch/sgd.

We look forward to receiving your online application.