Fondation Officielle de la Jeunesse
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Qualified Educator / La Calanque
- 23 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Onex
Job summary
The Fondation Officielle de la Jeunesse (FOJ) supports at-risk youth. Join a team dedicated to their psycho-social development and well-being.
Tasks
- Provide support and guidance to youth in emergency care.
- Collaborate with families and health services for comprehensive care.
- Promote parental support and engagement in the process.
Skills
- Bachelor's in social work or related fields required; experience with adolescents essential.
- Strong teamwork and initiative to collaborate with partners.
- Excellent French writing skills and knowledge of Geneva's social network.
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About the job
Company Description
The Official Youth Foundation (FOJ) aims to promote the psycho-social development of children, adolescents and young people in difficulty, in collaboration with parents and partner institutions. Bound by a service contract with the State of Geneva, the FOJ is committed to the protection and defence of the interests of the child.
Serving the families of the canton, it operates through four main areas of action: child welfare , emergency reception , family support and preparation for autonomy .
To fulfil its mission, the institution manages 47 facilities across the Canton of Geneva and has 500 places for minors and young adults, offering educational outpatient services at home. The FOJ is composed of 670 employees.
To successfully carry out its mission, the FOJ is looking for a qualified educator for its La Calanque home, an emergency reception centre as well as an observation facility that welcomes adolescents aged 13 to 18.
Job Description
Care, support and assistance for residents living in the home, in close collaboration with the educational team.
Close collaboration with placement services, the health network and the family to ensure comprehensive and appropriate follow-up.
Support for parenting.
Irregular working hours depending on the needs of the young people and the organisation of the home.
Work rate: 90%
Contract start: 1 January 2027
Contract type: Permanent contract
Grade: 13 or 15 according to the salary scale of the State of Geneva
Application deadline: 31 October 2026
Qualifications
Training:
Bachelor in social work – University of Applied Sciences of Social Work (HETS), or
Qualified social educator – Higher School (ES), or
University Bachelor – FAPSE degree completed by one year of full-time professional practice in residential care or IGE, or
Bachelor in nursing.
Foreign diplomas must imperatively have SEFRI recognition or an official equivalence.
Experience: Significant experience with adolescents in difficulty is essential. Flexibility and the ability to quickly adapt to diverse populations are expected.
Professional skills:
Ability to ensure autonomy and responsibility in supporting young people and their families
Team spirit, initiative and ability to collaborate with various internal and external partners
Strong knowledge of the Geneva social network
Excellent writing skills in French.
Other:
- Swiss nationality
- Valid work permit
- Driving licence
Additional Information
If you meet these criteria and this position represents a motivating challenge for you, we invite you to send us a complete application file including:
- A cover letter
- A CV
- Copies of work certificates, attestations and diplomas
- For cross-border applicants, a copy of the G permit
A clean criminal record will be required and incomplete applications will not be considered.
We look forward to receiving your application.
