Fondation Officielle de la Jeunesse
Le Grand-Saconnex
Qualified Educator / AEMO
- 04 November 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Le Grand-Saconnex
Job summary
Join the FOJ as a qualified Educator to support youth and families. Enjoy a collaborative and meaningful work environment.
Tasks
- Assist families in overcoming challenges with children aged 0-18.
- Help parents develop effective educational strategies.
- Promote social integration for minors and collaborate with agencies.
Skills
- Bachelor's in social work or equivalent, with relevant experience.
- Strong teamwork and initiative to work with various partners.
- Excellent writing skills in French and knowledge of Geneva's social network.
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About the job
Qualified Educator / AEMO
- Part-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 defence of the interests of the child.
To fulfil its mission, the institution manages 47 facilities across the Canton of Geneva and has 500 places for minors and young adults, offering outpatient educational services at home. The FOJ employs 670 staff members.
To successfully carry out its mission, the FOJ is seeking a qualified educator for its AEMO (Educational Action in an Open Environment) structure.
Job Description
Support families at home to overcome their difficulties with one or more children aged 0 to 18 years.
Assist parents in developing new educational strategies.
Intervene within the families’ close network.
Promote the social integration of minors.
Collaborate regularly with child protection workers from the Minor Protection Service (SPMi).
Write reports.
Activity rate: 80%
Contract type: Permanent contract
Contract start: 1 January 2027
Grade: 13 or 15 according to the salary scale of the State of Geneva
Application deadline: 6 November 2026
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor in Social Work – University of Applied Sciences of Social Work (HETS), or
Qualified Social Educator – Higher School (ES), or
University Bachelor – FAPSE Licence completed by one year of full-time professional practice in residential care or IGE
Foreign diplomas must have SEFRI recognition or an official equivalence.
Experience:
Significant experience in an open environment structure is highly desirable. 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.
Other:
- Swiss nationality
- Valid work permit
- Driving licence
Additional Information
If you meet these criteria and find this position a motivating challenge, we invite you to submit a complete application file including:
- A cover letter
- A CV
- Copies of work certificates, attestations and diplomas
- For cross-border applicants, a copy of the G permit
A clean criminal record will be required and incomplete applications will not be considered.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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