Social and Health Worker for Quai 9

About the job

Join an innovative harm reduction project in Geneva

As part of the cantonal strategic plan for the prevention and reduction of risks related to crack use, the association Première ligne is looking for motivated individuals to participate in the development of innovative actions in favour of substance users.

Première ligne is a private association active in the field of drug-related harm reduction. It has more than 100 staff members distributed across six services:

• Quai 9, a welcoming and consumption space;
• Le Sleep-In, a night reception service with the possibility of consumption;
• Le Pôle de valorisation, offering psychosocial support;
• Nuit Blanche, harm reduction action in festive environments;
• L'Adresse, a housing access service;
• La Tangente, support for incarcerated individuals.

The actions carried out aim notably to reduce the risks of transmission of HIV, hepatitis and other infections, to fight social exclusion and to establish links with people who do not necessarily frequent traditional social or healthcare structures.

Your mission

• Welcome people attending the facility and distribute consumption materials;
• Support people during their consumption by providing harm reduction messages;
• Conduct interviews at the request of users and carry out necessary medico-social referrals;
• Provide information and prevention messages related to HIV, hepatitis and psychoactive substance use;
• Provide first aid; intervene in emergencies, notably by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation and calling for emergency services when necessary;
• Actively participate in the development and evolution of the service's offerings.

Profile sought

• Diploma in nursing, social work or equivalent training;
• Strong interest in harm reduction and topics related to drugs, HIV/AIDS, prostitution, precariousness, migration and social exclusion;
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team;
• Experience in the social, health or harm reduction field is an asset.

First aid training is offered. An observation period will be organised before starting the position.

Working conditions

• Hours spread over 7 days a week, from 10:30 to 19:30;
• Participation in a team meeting approximately every two weeks, from 9:30 to 16:30;
• Activity rate: 75%
• Gross monthly salary CHF 5,745.- per month (over 12 months) + Sunday hour allowances.
• Start date: 1 January 2027.

Application

We invite you to send us your complete application (cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of diplomas, work certificates) before 1 December 2027. Only complete applications will be processed.

Première ligne is committed to diversity and encourages applications from anyone matching the sought profile.