Social Worker 60-90% - Acute Hospital

Welcome to Spital Uster, where modern medicine and family cohesion complement each other perfectly. As a central pillar of healthcare in the Zürcher Oberland and the largest employer in the city of Uster, we offer a working atmosphere characterized by helpfulness, honesty, and appreciation. Here you will experience the highest level of professional expertise daily in an environment where you are valued as a person and supported in your professional development. Become part of our committed community and pursue with us the vision of a "regional and digital health hub in Züri Ost"! For efficient coordination, starting immediately or by arrangement, a professionally and socially competent personality as Social Worker 60-90% - Acute Hospital ## Exciting challenges await you ### • Counseling, care, and support of patients and their relatives in sometimes difficult life situations • Mediation and organization of medically prescribed rehabilitation and spa stays • Support, counseling, and organization of transfers to elderly and nursing homes • Counseling and support in the planning of outpatient care at home (e.g., Spitex, meal services, etc.) • Mediation and counseling regarding facilities and services in the areas of social assistance, addiction assistance, and disability facilities • Coordination with relevant external specialist agencies, authorities, and municipalities • Participation in interdisciplinary reports, rounds, working groups, and projects • Planning and organization of patient transports • Recording patient statistics within your own area of responsibility What distinguishes you for the job ### • specific education and further training in the field of social work/healthcare; relevant professional experience in a comparable institution of the healthcare or social sector is an advantage • good knowledge of relevant issues in health, accident, and social insurance law • empathetic, balanced, and resilient personality with strong social skills • good oral and written communication skills; stylistically confident in German, both spoken and written • independent, responsible, and structured way of working • good administration and IT skills 6 reasons to work with us ### • varied workplace and an exciting and challenging activity in a cheerful, dynamic team • working hours from Monday to Friday • if applicable, increase in job percentage possible from 2026 • excellent staff restaurant as well as numerous discounts • central location near Uster station as well as motorway connection • ZVV-BonusPass or inexpensive parking options, max. CHF 4.50 per day Your personal contacts ### Jael Wilhelm, Head of Social Counseling, Tel. 044 911 21 03 General questions: Irene Zeller, HR Business Partner, Tel. 044 911 19 17 Advertisement homepage, more details about the position - and apply directly