Certified Educator / AEMO - Fixed-term contract at 80%
Fondation Officielle de la Jeunesse
Le Grand-Saconnex
Key information
- Publication date:09 January 2026
- Workload:80%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Le Grand-Saconnex
Job summary
The Fondation Officielle de la Jeunesse (FOJ) supports youth development. Join a mission-focused team dedicated to child welfare.
Tasks
- Assist families at home to tackle challenges with children aged 0-18.
- Help parents develop new educational strategies and promote social integration.
- Work collaboratively with child protection services and document assessments.
Skills
- Bachelor in social work or related fields; significant experience in open environments preferred.
- Ability to promote autonomy and responsibility in youth support.
- Excellent writing skills in French and knowledge of the Geneva social network.
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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.
Serving the families of the canton, it operates through four main areas of action: child welfare , emergency reception , family support , and preparation for autonomy .
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 successfully carry out its mission, the FOJ is looking for a AEMO (Educational Action in an Open Environment) structure, a certified educator.
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 in 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: Fixed-term contract until the end of December 2026
Start date: as soon as possible
Grade: 13 or 15 according to the State of Geneva salary scale
Application deadline: January 15, 2026
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor in social work – University of Applied Sciences of 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 in an open environment structure is highly desired. 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
Driver's license mandatory
