HES Social Worker

Be part of something bigger. Collaborate with over 2000 specialists from more than 100 professions and help enable people with spinal cord injuries to lead an independent life. On the modern Nottwil campus, an inspiring atmosphere and interdisciplinary collaboration on an equal footing await you.

In the Social and Peer Counselling department, the team of peer counsellors and social workers supports people with spinal cord injuries throughout the country. Consultations take place by phone, partly in clinics, but also at the beneficiaries' homes. We provide advice on social insurance matters, finances, housing, personal issues, and employment.

Your responsibilities

• psychosocial advice and support for people with spinal cord injuries
• clarification of social insurance benefits
• support in dealings with social insurances or foundations
• support to ensure livelihood
• interdisciplinary cooperation with partner organisations
• various administrative tasks, writing specialist articles, and public relations work

Your profile

• you have completed HES social work training and have experience in social insurance fields
• French as well as a good knowledge of German are essential for this interesting position
• you are flexible and able to organise yourself from home to manage consultations in clinics or at beneficiaries' homes

What awaits you with us

You will benefit not only from attractive working conditions but also from many advantages. Look forward to meaningful work in a modern environment, with flexible working hours and various continuing education opportunities. Join our teams and discover our unique working spirit. More information at paraplegie.ch/vorteile.

Who we are

Founded in 1980, the Swiss Paraplegic Association (SPA) is the national umbrella organisation for people with spinal cord injuries and has nearly 11,000 members. It defends, represents, and coordinates the interests of para- and tetraplegics as well as other members throughout Switzerland. It also supports the 27 regional wheelchair clubs across the country. Around 80 permanent employees and 170 freelancers, as well as more than 2000 volunteers, are committed to addressing the societal, social, political, and personal concerns of members and work towards their reintegration and improving their quality of life. Its offerings include the Legal Advice department, Swiss wheelchair sports and leisure (promotion of elite and recreational sports, travel agency), Barrier-Free Construction, and Social and Peer Counselling. Additionally, the SPA publishes the Paracontact magazine and two newsletters.

Your contact person

Questions about the recruitment process

Beatrice Dittli

HR Manager

+41 41 939 53 46

Questions about the position

Daniela Vozza

Head of the Social and Peer Counselling department

+41 41 939 54 04