Job Coach 80% (m/f/d)

Are you looking for a meaningful job? Then you are in the right place with us. The Swiss Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired (sbv) is the largest national self-help organization for blind and visually impaired people. We support those affected in leading an independent life. The sbv achieves this goal through education and representing their interests in public, with counseling and awareness-raising, as well as promoting innovative technologies.

We are looking for you from January 1, 2026, or by agreement as

Job Coach 80% (m/f/d)

You will work in a team of five people and support it in implementing the job coaching offer for the professional integration of visually impaired and blind people. Your workplace is centrally located in Zurich and involves travel to the location in Chur or other cantons, as well as to the office in Bern. Home office is possible.

Your tasks

• Job coaching, i.e., resource- and solution-oriented counseling and support for blind and visually impaired people in job search or at the workplace
• Conducting consultations on behalf of IV, RAV, or the clients themselves
• You actively support job seekers, network with employers, and contribute to sustainable successes through conducting conversations at the workplace
• You work interdisciplinary with the departments and areas of the sbv, especially the counseling centers
• You collaboratively develop joint solutions with other providers in the field of visual impairment

Your profile

• You have a completed education at the university or FH level, in social work, pedagogy, psychology, or equivalent, or a vocational training (at least EFZ) with appropriate further education
• You bring experience and/or a degree in job coaching, supported employment, or case management
• You are a native German speaker and have good knowledge of the French language. If you have knowledge of Italian, you have the opportunity to participate in a project to expand our services
• You have good knowledge of social insurance law and social affairs
• You think networked, work independently, and structured

What we offer

• Good support during your introduction to your tasks
• A position with room for design, diverse tasks, and space for independent work at many interfaces
• Collegial team spirit
• Proactive support for further education
• Practiced leadership principles, e.g., trust and appreciation
• Half-fare subscription
• Modern employment conditions
• Openness to diversity and our willingness to eliminate barriers

Do you have questions?

Catherine Rausch, Head of Job Coaching, is happy to assist you.

Email: catherine.rausch@sbv-fsa.ch

Phone: +41 31 390 88 53

Do you feel addressed?

Would you like to take on this interesting, challenging, and varied role? We look forward to your complete online application via our website Working at sbv by August 17, 2025.

Email and print applications will not be considered and will not be returned for data protection reasons.

We look forward to getting to know you personally.