Social Pedagogue (m/f/d)
Oberuzwil
Key information
- Publication date:09 January 2026
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Oberuzwil
Job summary
As the fifth-largest canton in Switzerland, we prioritize community welfare. Join a team dedicated to diverse areas like education, economy, and culture.
Tasks
- Support youth in developing social and professional skills.
- Contribute to a safe society by aiding at-risk individuals.
- Work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
Skills
- Experience in social pedagogy or related fields required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills needed.
- Ability to work in a team and manage diverse tasks.
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As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we at the cantonal administration are committed to the common good of society. With an impressive variety of services, our work touches all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. Through our meaningful work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.
We create perspectives for people towards a self-responsible life outside of criminality and thus make an important contribution to a safe society. The Office for Penal Enforcement of the Security and Justice Department employs around 260 staff in various professional fields. The Platanenhof youth home supports juveniles and young adults placed under civil and criminal law according to social pedagogical principles and concepts. New social, educational, and professional development perspectives are developed with the youths in a closed or open setting.
In the open residential group Kondor, we are looking for the following position for these diverse and responsible tasks immediately or by arrangement
Workload: 60%
Workplace: Oberuzwil
Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you would like to be part of the team, we look forward to receiving your application.
Further information under:
For more information, please contact:
Mr. Philippe Meier, Group Leader, phone 058 228 17 26
Ms. Dagmar Müller, Home Management, phone 058 228 17 15
Information about the institution can be found at: http://www.platanenhof.ch
Information about the St. Gallen penal enforcement at: www.justizvollzug.sg.ch