Social Worker — Kantonale Verwaltung Zürich
- Location
- Hinwil
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 7 days ago
Role overview
Correctional Services and Reintegration (JuWe), as part of the Directorate of Justice and Home Affairs in the Canton of Zurich, is responsible for the execution of sentences and measures as well as the implementation of various types of detention.
For our 1,400 employees from around 40 professions, the successful social reintegration of people who have committed crimes, the prevention of relapses and the detention and preparation for the departure of people without a valid residence permit are of particular importance.
The Bachtel Correctional Center (VZB) is one of the correctional facilities of the Canton of Zurich (VEZ) one of seven main departments of JuWe
- Correctional Services and Reintegration (JuWe), as part of the Directorate of Justice and Home Affairs in the Canton of Zurich, is responsible for the execution of sentences and measures as well as the implementation of various types of detention.
- For our 1,400 employees from around 40 professions, the successful social reintegration of people who have committed crimes, the prevention of relapses and the detention and preparation for the departure of people without a valid residence permit are of particular importance.
- Completed studies in social work as well as professional experience in dealing with mentally ill and addicted clients
- Strong empathy, assertiveness and ability to work in a team
Key requirements
- Completed studies in social work as well as professional experience in dealing with mentally ill and addicted clients
- Strong empathy, assertiveness and ability to work in a team
- High flexibility and openness to new challenges
- Willingness to undertake continuous professional and personal training in order to meet the changing requirements of modern corrections
- Very good oral and written knowledge of German as well as knowledge of other languages Confident use of MS365
- Advantageous if practical training is available
- Minimum age 25 years and an impeccable reputation This is what awaits you
- A versatile, demanding and meaningful job in an exceptional and safe working environment
- Careful training as well as a sustainable and supportive team
- Diverse opportunities for training and further education
- A place of work in the beautiful Zurich Oberland, traveling with your own car is recommended
- Completed degree in Social Work with professional experience working with mentally ill and substance-dependent clients
Application process
- Conditions of employment according to cantonal guidelines This is how you apply
- Take the next step in your professional career with us and send us your application using our online tool.
- We look forward to your dossier!
- Do you have any technical questions?
- JuWe uses an online assessment as part of the application process.
- Further information about our recruitment process and employment at JuWe can be found under Working at JuWe | Canton of Zurich (zh.ch). Workload: 80%
Contacts
- Iman Farasatpour-Al Nakash, Head of Social Services/Integration Enforcement, will be happy to help you on 043 258 14 71 and Janine Christen, Deputy Head of Social Services/Integration Enforcement, on 043 258 14 73.
- The Recruitment & Assessment team will answer your questions about the application process on 043 257 43 19.
Additional details
- The Bachtel Correctional Center (VZB) is one of the correctional facilities of the Canton of Zurich (VEZ) one of seven main departments of JuWe
- We are looking for an experienced, committed and socially competent person for our social service immediately or by appointment. Your sphere of influence
- Close interdisciplinary collaboration within the framework of transition management with internal and external partners Accompanying interns and pre-interns
- Very good oral and written knowledge of German as well as knowledge of other languages Confident use of MS365
- Minimum age 25 years and an impeccable reputation This is what awaits you
- Conditions of employment according to cantonal guidelines This is how you apply
- Further information about our recruitment process and employment at JuWe can be found under Working at JuWe | Canton of Zurich (zh.ch).
Notes and original content
- The Bachtel Correctional Center (VZB) is one of the correctional facilities of the Canton of Zurich (VEZ)
- one of seven main departments of JuWe
- We are looking for an experienced, committed and socially competent person for our social service immediately or by appointment.
- Your sphere of influence
- Close interdisciplinary collaboration within the framework of transition management with internal and external partners
- Accompanying interns and pre-interns
- Your profile
- Very good oral and written knowledge of German as well as knowledge of other languages
- Confident use of MS365
- Minimum age 25 years and an impeccable reputation
Questions about this listing
What salary does Kantonale Verwaltung Zürich offer for this role?
Kantonale Verwaltung Zürich lists CHF 91'500 - 128'000 gross per year for this position in Hinwil. 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 Kantonale Verwaltung Zürich 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 Kantonale Verwaltung Zürich 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 Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich 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 Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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