Etat de Vaud
Le Sentier, Jura-Nord Vaudois
Psychologist for Compulsory Education Position
- 24 August 2026
- 50%
- Permanent position
- Le Sentier, Jura-Nord Vaudois
About the job
Job Description
You are sensitive to the issues in the field of psychology within the school environment and wish to provide support to young people facing difficulties in the Vaud education system, join us to strengthen our team at Le Sentier!
Responsibilities
- Provide specific support in a preventive or curative form to young people encountering difficulties in their vocational or gymnasium education, particularly in emotional, relational, behavioural or integration aspects, with the aim of promoting their development, social and professional integration.
- Support the educational mission of the institution by contributing specific skills and knowledge.
- Collaborate with involved stakeholders and other partners.
Disclosure of any criminal record is required for this position. Please submit the application file as a SINGLE PDF (CV, diplomas and work certificates).
For further information, please consult the job description by clicking here or contact Ms Carole Henry, team leader, who will be happy to assist you at 079 701 25 04.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in psychology and postgraduate qualification in psychology required (specialisation in child and adolescent, psychotherapy, clinical psychology or neuropsychology).
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience, interest in multidisciplinary work and teamwork.
WHO ARE WE?
The General Directorate of Compulsory Education and Specialised Pedagogy (DGEO) ensures schooling for children aged 4 to 15 and specialised pedagogy services for young people aged 0 to 20. Our mission is to offer them the best opportunities for development, integration and learning.
Our teams bring together professionals in pedagogy, psychology, psychomotricity and speech therapy in the school environment, as well as human resources, school system organisation, administration, information systems and finance. In a rich and diverse environment, all work for and with the 93 ordinary institutions and the 19 specialised pedagogy institutions.
Why join the State of Vaud?
The State of Vaud offers a wide variety of jobs and opportunities for advancement. Working conditions are guided by themes of equality, inclusion, sustainability and professional ethics in an environment conducive to work-life balance.
To learn more about our benefits, visit our Employer State page.
- Publication Date24/08/2026 05:00
- LocationLe Sentier, Jura-Nord Vaudois, SwitzerlandSwitzerland
- Apply by23/09/2026 21:55
- Start Date1st October 2026 or to be agreed
- Salary Grade11
- Contract TypePermanent Public Law
- Work Rate50%
- AddressGeneral Directorate of Compulsory Education and Specialised Pedagogy
Psychology, Speech Therapy and Psychomotricity Service in the School Environment
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