Forensic Psychotherapist

About the job

80 %

from 1 January 2027 or by arrangement

"A critical view of complex cases - and the conviction that change is possible"

Your responsibilities:

• Conducting offence-preventive psychotherapeutic treatments for adolescents and young adults both inpatient and outpatient (including diagnostics, prognosis, reporting, documentation and, if necessary, crisis intervention)
• Active cooperation and interdisciplinary networking, especially within the interdisciplinary core treatment team (social pedagogy and vocational training)
• Advising and supporting the social pedagogical and work-agogic areas in risk-related and diagnostic issues and in the presence of mental disorders
• (Co-)leading group therapies
• Participation in placement assessments

Your background:

• Completed degree in psychology
• Started or completed additional psychotherapeutic training
• Clinical or forensic prior experience
• Interest in forensic issues and modern forensic treatment principles as well as in long-term and complex treatment processes
• Risk-oriented working method combined with a supportive and appreciative attitude towards those admitted
• Strong communication skills and enjoyment of interdisciplinary work
• Possession of a category B driving licence and an impeccable record

For questions about the position

Aurea Haueter
Head of Psychological-Forensic Service
061 552 23 04

For questions about the application process

Aurea Haueter
Head of Psychological-Forensic Service
061 552 23 04

Arxhof, Measures Centre for Young Adults

The MZjE Arxhof is an institution of the Northwestern and Central Switzerland Penal Enforcement Concordat and offers space for 46 young male offenders between 17 and 25 years old. The MZjE Arxhof imparts to adolescents and young adults the ability for independent and offence-free living through educational and therapeutic measures as well as vocational training.

What makes us special

You will work in a highly professional team with plenty of interdisciplinary exchange. You can expect a varied field of work and the opportunity to contribute conceptually. We offer thorough induction, team and case supervisions as well as regular further training. And all this embedded in a wonderful and inspiring landscape.