Social Worker 40-60%

Shaping and appreciation - lived daily with us! We are a small and diverse social service in the municipality of Sigriswil (approx. 4-900 inhabitants), responsible for the areas of social assistance and child and adult protection. Due to a retirement, a position will become available, which is why we are looking for you as a committed specialist in the areas of social assistance and child and adult protection. As of January 1, 2027 or by agreement, we are looking for a Social Worker 40-60% ## Your tasks: ### You will independently manage cases in economic social assistance and process mandates for the KESB in child and adult protection. In doing so, you will advise people on personal, financial, and legal issues and support them in challenging life situations. You will ensure careful documentation and timely reporting, and work closely with specialists and specialist agencies. As a committed team member, you will actively contribute to the further development of our quality, standards, and expertise. Our profile: ### We offer you a varied and meaningful activity in a rural setting. You can expect a diverse working day with a lot of personal responsibility, as well as supportive collaboration with a committed and motivated team. Our open and participative team culture gives you space to bring in your ideas and actively contribute to further development. Your profile: ### You have completed training as a social worker HF/FH or have equivalent qualifications. Ideally, you already have professional experience; however, we also welcome motivated career starters. You have specialist knowledge in social assistance and/or child and adult protection and convince with high social competence, empathy, and strong communication skills. Your way of working is independent, structured, and responsible. You are open to continuous further development and actively contribute. You take on co-responsibility for a balanced distribution of tasks in a small team and are willing to bring in your knowledge and ideas. A digital way of working is important to us; good knowledge of MS Office and ideally experience with KLIB round out your profile. Your future: ### Look forward to a modern working infrastructure with spacious office space and a workplace in close proximity to public transportation. Moderate case numbers also enable you to work with high quality. Additionally, you benefit from flexible working hours in a flextime model and the possibility of working from home after consultation. The employment is based on cantonal guidelines and is supplemented by attractive opportunities for professional and personal development. Your next step: Have we sparked your interest? Then send your complete application documents by 13.07.2026 to bewerbung@sd-sigriswil.ch . Iris Luginbühl, Head of Social Services, or Barbara Stulz, Deputy Head of Social Services, will be happy to provide information about the position, Tel. 033 252 20 50 (available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays). The applications will be reviewed and processed on an ongoing basis.