Deputy Team Leader Dementia 80–100 %

About the job

You understand dementia care as relationship work and would like to take on leadership at the same time? In this role, you actively shape care, teamwork, and the daily lives of the residents.

For an established long-term care institution in Bern, we are looking for a Deputy Team Leader Dementia 80–100 % immediately or by arrangement. Here, older people with various care and support needs find a home where self-determination, safety, and quality of life are central.

Special attention is given to supporting people with dementia. Instead of rigid procedures, individual needs, existing resources, and professional relationship building are the focus. You can expect a well-organised operation with various residential and care options, clear structures, and an interprofessional environment. The location in Bern is very well accessible by public transport.

Ready not only to contribute but to help shape? Then we look forward to your online application. If you have any questions, you can easily reach us at +41 31 310 98 90. We look forward to getting to know you!

Your tasks

• You are the right hand of the team leader, take over leadership in their absence, and ensure that everything runs smoothly both professionally and organisationally
• You work together with your team to create professional and individual care and provide people with dementia with security, orientation, and quality of life
• You consciously stay close to everyday care and are a competent and trustworthy contact person for employees, residents, and relatives
• You question existing processes, bring in new ideas, and continuously develop care quality and collaboration together with the team leader

Your profile

• You have completed training as a Health Specialist EFZ or Diploma Nurse HF/FH or have a corresponding SRK recognition
• You bring experience in long-term care and ideally know the special requirements in the care and support of people with dementia
• You want to take on responsibility and either already have some leadership experience or are motivated to develop specifically in this direction
• You are an empathetic and present personality, keep an overview even in challenging situations, and know how to engage your team

What you can look forward to

• You will have a role with real responsibility and can take the next step towards leadership without losing touch with direct care
• Your ideas are explicitly welcome, and you will have space to actively shape processes, care quality, and teamwork
• You can expect attractive employment conditions as well as diverse internal and external opportunities for your professional and personal development
• We are here for you too: Careerplus personally supports you throughout the entire application process and advises you until you start the position