Certified Educator / AEMO - Fixed-term contract at 80%
Fondation Officielle de la Jeunesse
Le Grand-Saconnex
Key information
- Publication date:07 January 2026
- Workload:80%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Le Grand-Saconnex
Job summary
Join the FOJ as a qualified Educator for youth support. Enjoy a part-time role in a meaningful environment.
Tasks
- Support families at home with children aged 0-18 years.
- Assist parents in developing new educational strategies.
- Promote social integration for minors and collaborate with partners.
Skills
- Bachelor's in social work or related field required.
- Strong team spirit and collaboration abilities are essential.
- Excellent written skills in French are a must.
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Certified Educator / AEMO - Fixed-term contract at 80%
- Part-time
Company Description
The Official Youth Foundation (FOJ) aims to promote the psycho-social development of children, adolescents, and young people in difficulty, in collaboration with parents and partner institutions. Bound by a service contract with the State of Geneva, the FOJ is committed to the protection and defense of the interests of the child.
To fulfill its mission, the institution manages 47 structures distributed throughout the Canton of Geneva, has more than 500 places for minors and young adults, and also offers educational outpatient services at home. The FOJ is composed of 670 employees.
To successfully carry out its mission, the FOJ is looking for a certified educator for its AEMO structure (Educational Action in an Open Environment).
Job Description
Support families at home to overcome their difficulties with one or more children aged 0 to 18 years.
Assist parents in developing new educational strategies.
Intervene in the families' close network.
Promote the social integration of minors.
Collaborate regularly with child protection workers from the Minor Protection Service (SPMi).
Write reports.
Activity rate: 80%
Contract type: Fixed-term contract until the end of December 2026
Start date: as soon as possible
Grade: 13 or 15 according to the salary scale of the State of Geneva
Application deadline: January 15, 2026
Qualifications
Training:
Bachelor in social work – University of Applied Sciences of Social Work (HETS), or
Certified social educator – Higher School (ES), or
University Bachelor – FAPSE degree completed by one year of full-time professional practice in boarding school or IGE, or
Bachelor in nursing.
Foreign diplomas must imperatively have SEFRI recognition or an official equivalence.
Experience:
Significant experience in an open environment structure is highly desired. Flexibility and the ability to quickly adapt to diverse populations are expected.
Professional skills:
Ability to ensure autonomy and responsibility in supporting young people and their families
Team spirit, initiative, and ability to collaborate with various internal and external partners
Strong knowledge of the Geneva social network
Excellent writing skills in French.
Nationality / work permit:
Swiss nationality or valid work permit.
Additional Information
If you meet these criteria and are interested in the position, we would be happy to receive your complete application file as attachments, including:
- CV
- cover letter
- copies of work certificates and diplomas
NB: a clean criminal record is required upon hiring
Driving license mandatory
