Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz Kanton Zürich
Zürich (Oerlikon)
Social Worker in Social Counselling (60%)
- 25 June 2026
- 60%
- Permanent position
- Zürich (Oerlikon)
About the job
The Swiss Red Cross (SRC) Canton Zurich fulfils important humanitarian tasks on site in the areas of everyday support, education and migration/social integration.
We are looking for a committed and professionally skilled individual for the period from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027 as
Social Worker in Social Counselling (60%)
Social counselling is part of the Migration department and a low-threshold contact and triage point for people throughout the canton of Zurich. It subsidiarily complements existing services and works closely with authorities and specialist agencies. The aim is to empower people in challenging life situations and to develop viable perspectives together.
In your role, you advise those seeking help on complex social issues and develop sustainable solutions together with them. You operate in a demanding environment that requires professional competence, personal responsibility and the ability to reflect.
This fixed-term position is a maternity cover until 31 August 2027. The assignments take place on fixed working days, namely Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Your impact with us
- You advise people in difficult life situations on topics such as finances, housing, work, health, family, residence and social insurance
- Together with those seeking advice, you develop sustainable solutions and strengthen their independence
- You specifically refer to appropriate specialist agencies and support orientation within the assistance system
- You independently manage structured case management including documentation and application submission
- You actively contribute in close cooperation with internal and external partner organisations
What convinces us about you
- Tertiary degree in Social Work (FH/University) or an equivalent qualification
- Several years of experience in counselling, ideally in a transcultural context
- Knowledge of social assistance, social insurance as well as migration and residence law
- Confident German language skills as well as good foreign language skills (English/French; additional languages in the asylum field are an advantage)
- Proficiency in using digital work tools (Office 365, case management systems)
- A reflective, responsible and impartial working style as well as a confident appearance
- Strong communication skills and negotiation ability in dealing with different stakeholders
- An independent, pragmatic working style – also in complex counselling situations
- A professional and reflective approach to closeness and distance in counselling work
What we offer you
Fruit basket, modern working environment and 6 weeks’ holiday? That has long been standard with us! In addition to generous employment conditions, we also impress with internal training formats, joint activities and wonderful colleagues in a dynamic team. Above all, you pursue a meaningful task with direct human and societal impact.
About us
For over 125 years, we have been committed to more humanity in the canton of Zurich. With our employees and over 2,400 volunteers, we support people in everyday life, promote social integration and strengthen health, self-determination and education. Our work is guided by the Red Cross principles, the needs of the population and societal developments throughout the canton of Zurich. Together with public authorities and partner organisations, we create reliable and impact-oriented services that help where relief, orientation or social participation are lacking.
Ready for more humanity in the canton of Zurich?
Then we look forward to receiving your complete online application with photo.
If you have any questions, Ursula Weber, Head of Counselling, will be happy to assist you. 📞 044 360 28 59
Swiss Red Cross
Canton Zurich
Human Resources
Thurgauerstrasse 36/38
8050 Zurich
Canton Zurich
Human Resources
Thurgauerstrasse 36/38
8050 Zurich
