A social worker (80%) — Canton du Valais
- Location
- Sion
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
A social assistant or social worker (80%) with the Social Action Service, Asylum Office, Transition Structure of Sion Postulation online: www.vs.ch/jobs The Social Action Service consists of the Social Benefits Coordination Office, the Disability Coordination Office and the Asylum Office. Your tasks:
You are responsible for case management and individualized social follow-up of the references assigned to you and prepare the necessary reports and documents You assess the needs of beneficiaries and assist them in their social and administrative processes, promoting their autonomy and self-determination You are implementing a management box to support their training and social and vocational integration You coordinate interventions with social, medical, educational and training network partners
- A social assistant or social worker (80%) with the Social Action Service, Asylum Office, Transition Structure of Sion Postulation online: www.vs.ch/jobs The Social Action Service consists of the Social Benefits Coordination Office, the Disability Coordination Office and the Asylum Office. Your tasks:
- You are responsible for case management and individualized social follow-up of the references assigned to you and prepare the necessary reports and documents You assess the needs of beneficiaries and assist them in their social and administrative processes, promoting their autonomy and self-determination You are implementing a management box to support their training and social and vocational integration You coordinate interventions with social, medical, educational and training network partners
Application process
- You have a Bachelor in Social Work (SEFRI recognition for foreign degrees); a training practitioner's degree would be an asset You have a good knowledge of the asylum system, social insurance and standards of application of social assistance guidelines and standards You have excellent skills in adaptation, listening and communication, as well as a pronounced ability to work as a team You have a sense of responsibility, organization and good analytical capacity in complex situations French mother tongue Knowledge of other languages would be an asset Entry into office
- Special conditions Date of entry: 1 November or to be agreed Fixed term commitment: the duration of the contract is linked to variations in the number of persons that the canton has to accept under the Federal Asylum Act Information:
- Position Information: Social Action Service, Ms.
Contacts
- Séverine Debons (027 607 20 32) Wanted online postulation: www.vs.ch/jobs or sending offers: Human Resources Service, Place St-Théodule 15, 1951 Sion Deadline for application: October 2, 2026 / Reference Number: 114612
Additional details
- A social assistant or social worker (80%) with the Social Action Service, Asylum Office, Transition Structure of Sion Postulation online: www.vs.ch/jobs The Social Action Service consists of the Social Benefits Coordination Office, the Disability Coordination Office and the Asylum Office.
- Special conditions Date of entry: 1 November or to be agreed Fixed term commitment: the duration of the contract is linked to variations in the number of persons that the canton has to accept under the Federal Asylum Act
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Questions about this listing
What salary does Canton du Valais offer for this role?
Canton du Valais lists CHF 48'400 - 73'200 gross per year for this position in Sion. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Canton du Valais offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Canton du Valais during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Valais?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Valais can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Valais's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Canton du Valais?
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