Intern (supervised MSTS internship)

About the job

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 defence of the interests of the child.

Serving the families of the canton, it operates through four main areas of action:  child welfare ,  emergency reception ,  family support  and  preparation for autonomy .

To fulfil its mission, the institution manages 47 facilities across the Canton of Geneva. It has more than 500 places for minors and young adults, and also offers educational outpatient services at home. The FOJ currently employs 670 staff dedicated to serving young people and their families.

The FOJ offers a limited number of internship places in its homes for students in the specialised social work maturity year wishing to join the University of Applied Sciences of Social Work (HETS).

Job Description

Supervised internship reserved for students in the specialised social work maturity year (MSTS).
Duration: 27 weeks

Qualifications

• Be a student at the School of General Culture, in the specialised social work maturity year (MSTS)
• Flexibility and ability to adapt quickly to diverse populations
• Ability to work independently, team spirit and initiative
• Good knowledge of the Geneva social network.

Additional Information

Be of Swiss nationality or hold a valid work permit.

If you meet these criteria and your interest lies in the educational field and supporting young people, we invite you to send us a complete application file including:

• A cover letter
• A CV
• Copies of your certificates, attestations and diplomas
• The latest transcript.

A clean criminal record will be required and incomplete applications will not be considered.

We look forward to receiving your application.