HES Facilitator, Department Head at 80%
Les Acacias
Key information
- Publication date:25 September 2025
- Workload:80%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Place of work:Les Acacias
Job summary
Exciting opportunity for an Animateur(rice) HES at a supportive company. Join a human-centered team dedicated to the elderly.
Tasks
- Manage a team of 6 qualified animators, including apprentices.
- Oversee administrative and financial organization of the department.
- Plan and conduct engaging activities tailored to residents' needs.
Skills
- Diploma in sociocultural animation and management experience required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience in pedagogical approaches.
- Proficient in administrative tasks and budget management.
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HES Facilitator, Department Head at 80%
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– A quality working environment
– An institutional philosophy focused on humanity and respect for the elderly
– The benefits of a collective agreement
– Opportunities for continuing education
Job description
Mission
The HES Facilitator responsible for the department manages a team of 6 qualified and certified facilitators (ASE), including 2 apprentices and interns.
He is also responsible for the administrative and financial organization of the Animation department.
He plans, organizes, supervises, and conducts manual, physical, and mental activities in line with the desires and support needs, respecting rights and duties by applying established procedures.
Main activities
Organize, manage, plan activities and ensure they are updated and that the institutional philosophy is applied.
Organize the administrative and financial aspects of the department according to current procedures and budgets.
Recruit, plan staff in collaboration with the HR department, and conduct employee evaluations.
Carry out and participate in individual and group activities consistent with the institution's project.
Develop a relationship with Residents to facilitate exchanges and appreciate the proposed activities.
Collaborate and contribute to the development of Resident support projects.
Carry out, observe, and collaborate on various procedures to apply the quality approach.
Profile sought
Training
Diploma in sociocultural facilitation (HETS or equivalent school)
Management training
Trainer practitioner training
Desired profile
Minimum 5 years experience in a nursing home in Switzerland
Knowledge of age-related support needs
Experience in pedagogy and management
Ease and mastery in human relations within a nursing home environment
Budget preparation and monitoring
Administrative and writing skills
Skill in manual work
Mastery of the computerized Resident file (Carefolio – SIEMS) and IT tools Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Application modalities and address
Please send your complete application by email to candidature@emshappydays.ch.
Only files meeting the requested criteria will receive a response.
