Social Host or Social Hostess (ASO) at 66% under the following conditions: schedule: 3 fixed weekdays and one weekend out of 2 hourly wage, according to planning fixed-term contract start date: to be agreed end of contract: 30 April 2027

The social service of the City of Geneva (SOC) contributes to improving the living environment and conditions of the inhabitants of our city by creating connections and enabling them to fully participate in social life. Prioritising a local approach, the SOC offers services and develops projects aimed at promoting solidarity, integration and inclusion of people in vulnerable situations, in collaboration with institutional and associative partners. The Social Emergency System in particular responds to the needs of people experiencing homelessness or severe hardship in 5 dedicated facilities (Emergency shelters and Left Bank Social Club).

To strengthen its existing team, the SOC is looking for a

Your mission

• Welcome vulnerable people who come to have breakfast and lunch at the Left Bank Social Club;
• Listen to specific needs and direct people to social workers or the partner network according to their requests;
• Manage the group and enforce the rules defined for those present in the reception facility;
• Ensure coexistence and safety of the place by working closely with the existing teams;
• Carry out all administrative tasks related to the role (record observations in reports, use the database, etc.).

Your profile

• Hold a Bachelor of Arts HES-SO in social work, an equivalent qualification and/or demonstrate proven experience in professional service activities where interpersonal relations are essential;
• Show empathy and authority with a vulnerable public;
• Be able to react promptly in emergency situations and show initiative;
• Mastering several languages is an asset for the role;
• Be willing or able to work irregular hours, including daytime, weekends and public holidays.

Application file

The application file must include the following documents: cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of diplomas and work certificates.

Conditions of employment

• Meet the requirements of the position in terms of training and professional experience, as defined in the job offer;
• Hold a valid work permit or authorisation;
• Be domiciled in the canton of Geneva or in the authorised domicile area (https://www.geneve.ch/autorites-administration/administration-municipale/travailler-ville-geneve/offres-emploi/conditions-engagement);
• Provide, if hired and at own expense, a criminal record extract, a special criminal record extract and an extract from the debt collection register;
• The position is classified within the limits of category G of the salary scale.