Head of Section Adult Protection

As a result of staff expansion and the creation of an additional section, we are looking for you as reinforcement for our management team in adult protection. Head of Section Adult Protection Become part of our team Your work has an impact -- for Bern and for the people who live and work here. Shape the community and the future of this city with us: visible, perceptible, sustainable. The Direktion für Sicherheit, Umwelt und Energie is committed to safety, protection and help, to environmental protection, sustainable energy supply and is responsible for building permit procedures as well as the Tierpark Bern. The [Amt für Erwachsenen- und Kindesschutz](< >) is the competence center of the city of Bern in the field of investigations, legal guardianships and inheritances. What you move * Personnel, professional and organizational leadership of legal guardians * Co-designing and further developing the area of adult protection * Implementing, reviewing and further developing processes and standards * Leading adult protection measures * Representing and representing the organization externally What you bring * Degree in Social Work or comparable qualification * Several years of professional experience in the field of adult protection as well as leadership experience * Joy in working with clients in challenging life situations * Strong planning and organizational skills as well as high social and professional competence * Flexibility, resilience, strong organizational skills and very good communication skills Your benefits in Bern For purpose & city life With us, you change something. You help shape city life, take responsibility and make Bern more livable. Security & stability We offer you fair pay, clear structures, regulated working hours and long-term perspectives. Space for your whole life Our work model adapts to your life wherever possible. With us, you bring all areas of life into harmony. Grow with Bern We give you space for development, further training and independent action. Healthy in everyday life With sport, movement and advice you stay in shape: physically, mentally, socially -- and not just at the workplace. Advantages for every day We offer you practical extras that make your everyday life easier and more enriching. Contact Do you have questions about the application process or the employer Stadt Bern? I am happy to help you. You want to learn more about this position and our team at the Stadt Bern? I look forward to getting to know you and am happy to help! Astrid Heiniger Head of Section Adult Protection Unsure if you meet all the requirements? Even if you (not yet) meet all the requirements -- we are curious, want to get to know you and look forward to your application! Your application process This is how the application process works with us: Step 1: Online Application Submit your application documents online via our job portal. In order for us to process your documents further, you must create a login. After you have submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation. We assess each application individually based on the criteria in the job advertisement. This sometimes takes a little time. If your application fits, we will contact you for an initial interview. Step 2: Interviews In the job interview - by telephone, on-site or online - we want to get to know you. We check whether your expectations for the position match ours, which experiences and skills you bring, whether our culture appeals to you and how you fit into the team. Depending on mutual interest and the position, several interviews take place. All your questions about the position, the team or the terms of employment are always welcome. Step 3: Further steps in the process Depending on the position, we arrange a trial or taster day, give you a professional task, organize a meeting with the team or invite you to an assessment. As a rule, reference inquiries are also part of our application process. You will be informed transparently about all steps in the process. Step 4: Application decision Are you convinced by us and we by you? After an oral commitment, you will receive a confirmation, the contract documents and information on how things proceed until the start of employment. Did it not work out? We are happy if you apply for other exciting positions despite a rejection. For Ber j4id10433145jm j4it1041jm j4iy26jm