Social Worker Social Assistance 80%

About the job

Ostermundigen, with around 19,000 inhabitants, is one of the largest municipalities in the canton of Bern. The Social Department is divided into the areas of social assistance, specialised services, adult and child protection, generations, and neighbourhood work.

To support the case management team in the area of social assistance, we are looking for a from 1 January 2027 or by arrangement a

Social Worker Social Assistance 80%

Time for a professional change?

• You advise and support families, children, young people and adults in the area of voluntary and financial social assistance
• You guide clients towards social and professional integration
• You develop a cooperation basis with clients on an equal footing, taking into account their living environments and life stories

Can you answer the following questions with YES?

• Do you enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds?
• Do you approach people in difficult life situations with professional empathy?
• Do you value open communication and teamwork?
• Do you have a degree in Social Work at tertiary level (FH, HF or university) or an equivalent qualification and ideally bring experience in statutory social assistance?
• Are you courageous in using the available scope in social assistance for the benefit of your clients with a view to sustainable relief?
• Do you enjoy being part of an innovative organisation currently implementing the "Reduction of Case Load" project?

Great! Then we are looking for you!

Working for the municipality of Ostermundigen means:

You will find a motivating, meaningful working environment, a committed team, a varied and responsible role with development opportunities, and progressive employment conditions. Your workplace is located in the centre of Ostermundigen and is very well connected by public transport.

Do not hesitate!

Omar Binda, Head of Social Assistance, Case Management Team, will be happy to answer your questions at 031 930 12 14. We look forward to receiving your complete application by 18 October 2026 using the electronic application form on the website www.ostermundigen.ch / job portal. Please reserve 28 October 2026 for interviews.