Fédération Genevoise des E.M.S. (Fegems)
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Permanent animator at 70%
- 24 February 2026
- 70%
- Permanent position
- Carouge
Job summary
Join the EMS du Mandement as an animateur.trice at 70%. Enjoy a supportive, multidisciplinary work environment!
Tasks
- Welcome and integrate residents into their living spaces equitably.
- Support residents in developing life projects tailored to their needs.
- Organize and lead engaging activities to enhance resident quality of life.
Skills
- Minimum 2 years experience in EMS and psychogeriatrics required.
- Strong interpersonal skills, dynamism, and autonomy are essential.
- Ability to work in a team and manage stress effectively.
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Permanent animator at 70%
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Job description
The EMS of Mandement bring together several institutions. The La Plaine Residence is part of it and houses 92 residents. We support people of AVS age who are losing autonomy and sometimes suffer from psychological or psychiatric disorders. Our philosophy is based on multidisciplinary collaboration.
As such, we are looking for a permanent animator at 70% starting July 1, 2026.
In collaboration with the animation team and under the supervision of the service manager:
- Participate in welcoming and integrating the resident into their living environment, according to allocated resources and with full fairness
- Support residents in developing their life projects as closely as possible to their needs and expectations and assist them in daily life activities and during collective events
- Contribute to maintaining/developing quality support for residents with cognitive disorders
- Bring the animation project to life through weekly, monthly, and annual activity proposals
- Actively engage in continuous improvement and quality
- Participate in writing the program as well as various documents and communication materials of the service (program, posters, photos, etc.)
Profile sought
- Experience in EMS and psychogeriatrics, minimum 2 years
- Continuing education in assistance, support, and communication with elderly people highly desired
- Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Relational skills, dynamism, and autonomy
- Respect, listening, and empathy, without value judgment towards the resident and their family
- Ability to show patience and flexibility
- Organizational skills and ability to synthesize
- Willingness to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Initiative, creativity, and observation skills
- Good stress resistance and ability to manage priorities
We offer:
- A pleasant working environment within a motivated multidisciplinary team
- An ethic focused on welcoming, support, respect, and well-being of elderly people
Application modalities and address
If you are convinced you can take on this responsibility, we invite you to send your complete application (CV, cover letter, diplomas, work certificates) to the attention of Charlotte DODON, animation manager: rh@ems-mandement.ch
