Social Worker Adult Profile

With around 2400 employees, the Sozialdepartement der Stadt Zürich works daily for a social Zürich. We are there for everyone and support children, young people, and adults in various life situations. We make an important contribution to social cohesion. And we contribute to a high quality of life in the neighborhoods. Through their work in the five social centers, the Sozialen Dienste ensure that the people in the city of Zürich can rely on effective basic social services. For our Sozialzentrum Selnau, we are looking for reinforcement as of 01. October 2026 or by arrangement. The position arises in the context of a maternity replacement in the team and is permanent. Social Worker Adult Profile ## 60 % Tasks • You advise and accompany adult clients in financial and social difficulties and, together with them, seek ways for sustainable professional and social integration. • You work polyvalently: You issue economic social assistance and carry out civil law mandates for adults. Variety is guaranteed. • You document your work traceably in a case management system. • You are administratively supported by clerks, can draw on the knowledge of internal specialist departments, and work closely with your colleagues in the team. Profile • University of Applied Sciences degree in Social Work • Professional experience in the orientation of economic social assistance and/or in managing mandates in adult protection. Corresponding further training is an advantage. • Commercial organizational flair and good knowledge of financial topics • Joy in working with people and good handling of conflicting expectations • Rapid perception of complex situations and the ability to take on different roles in counseling and support We offer A versatile and exciting activity in a well-coordinated team with high expertise and the possibility to work partially from home. Attractive development opportunities with an exciting internal and external continuing education offer as well as internal specialist departments for support in daily business. Interested? Then we look forward to your online application via the link. Applications by post or e-mail cannot be considered. Florian Allemann, Leiter Beratung E-Profil, will be happy to answer your questions about the position at +41 44 412 61 18. Information about the application process will be provided by Mélisande Brechbühl, Senior Recruiterin, at +41 44 412 61 31. Become part of the Sozialdepartement and help move Zürich forward!