Fondation Officielle de la Jeunesse
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Certified Educator / Les Chouettes Home
- 20 February 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Lancy
Job summary
Join the FOJ as an Educator at Foyer Les Chouettes! Contribute to youth development.
Tasks
- Support and guide beneficiaries living in the home environment.
- Collaborate closely with social services and health networks.
- Assist in parental support and adapt to youth needs.
Skills
- Bachelor in social work or equivalent; experience with youth required.
- Strong team collaboration and initiative skills are essential.
- Excellent French writing skills and knowledge of Geneva's social network.
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About the job
Certified Educator / Les Chouettes Home
- Full 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 spread across the Canton of Geneva, has more than 500 places for minors and young adults, and also offers outpatient educational services at home. The FOJ is composed of 670 employees.
To carry out its mission, the FOJ is looking for a certified educator for its Les Chouettes home.
Job Description
Care, support and assistance for beneficiaries living in the home, in close collaboration with the educational team.
Close collaboration with placement services, the health network and the family to ensure comprehensive and adapted follow-up.
Support for parenting.
Irregular working hours depending on the needs of the young people and the organization of the home.
Activity rate: 100%
Contract duration: June 1, 2026
Contract type: Permanent contract (CDI)
Class: 13 or 15 according to the salary scale of the State of Geneva
Application deadline: February 28, 2026
Qualifications
Training:
Bachelor in social work – University of Applied Sciences in 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 with young people in difficulty is essential. 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
