Child Protection Worker at 70%

Child protection worker at 70%

• SPAJ271
• The missions of SPAJ consist of ensuring prevention, promotion, and protection of youth and taking care of adults in difficulty. The service develops and finances outpatient care for children and guarantees the well-being of placed children while financially supporting extrafamilial care structures and specialized education institutions.
• As part of your role, you perform youth protection social work in collaboration with families and institutions. You conduct social investigations for civil, criminal, and administrative judicial authorities, assume civil and criminal guardianship mandates, respond to consultations, and handle voluntary mandates.
• Holder of a diploma in social sciences or an equivalent title, issued by a recognized University of Applied Sciences or university, you have specific training in child protection (CAS) or are ready to follow it while employed. Your professional background demonstrates extensive experience in the care and support of children in difficulty, and you possess good knowledge of the Neuchâtel social and judicial network. You know how to manage stress in a demanding context and also work in a team and network.

Holder of a driving license and a motor vehicle, you are willing to use it for service purposes.

• La Chaux-de-Fonds
• January 1, 2026 or to be agreed
• November 16, 2025
• Ms. Joëlle Héry, team leader at the child protection office, tel. 032 889 75 30 or by email: ope.direction@ne.ch
• Class 9
• A varied activity within a competent and committed team.
• A flexible schedule and the possibility to work remotely.
• Flexibility and autonomy in organizing your work.
• Diversity is a fundamental value that we cultivate with conviction and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of origin, gender, or background, feels fully integrated and valued.
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