Social Worker FH/HFS (70 - 90%, m/f/d)

About the job

The municipal administration of Birsfelden is a modern service company that provides a variety of tasks for 10,500 residents.

We are looking for an additional

Social Worker FH/HFS (70 - 90%, m/f/d)

for the Social Services Department starting July 1, 2026, or by agreement.

The Social Services Department is responsible for the provision of statutory social assistance, voluntary social counseling, asylum matters, as well as managing adult protection mandates. To complement and strengthen our team, we are therefore looking for a new colleague.

Your main tasks are:

Verification of eligibility requirements for receiving economic social assistance, taking into account legal foundations and the subsidiarity principle

Development and implementation of goal-oriented individual support plans including interdisciplinary collaboration within case management

Needs assessment for the economic integration of eligible persons

Advising individuals and families on personal, family, and financial issues within the framework of social legislation

Handling administrative tasks in cooperation with the administration team (tandem system)

Conducting assessments in the area of adult protection on behalf of the child and adult protection authority

Managing adult protection mandates on behalf of the child and adult protection authority

You have a completed degree in social work FH or a comparable qualification. Previous professional experience in economic social assistance and/or managing adult protection mandates, as well as knowledge of social insurance, is an advantage. For this demanding role, we expect an independent working style, conceptual and solution-oriented thinking, as well as a high willingness to learn and develop. Your profile is rounded off by your ability to work in a team and your pronounced skills in dealing with complex situations.

We offer you a varied, interesting, and challenging activity in a dynamic and exciting field of work with opportunities for specialized further education and training. Your workplace is located in the center of Birsfelden in modern office premises. You will be part of a motivated and committed team. If interested and suitable, there is also the possibility to perform active fire service in the day shift of the Birsfelden fire department.

Have we aroused your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete electronic application with photo in writing by May 8, 2026.

For further information about this demanding position, Ms. Lea Zundel, Head of Social Services Department, is happy to assist you at phone number 061 317 33 10.