Social Worker: Crisis Intervention & Housing First (60%)

Social Worker: Crisis Intervention & Housing First (60 %)

Would you like to contribute to supporting the population of Winterthur? The housing assistance of the Social Services promotes housing integration through transitional housing and individual support. From July 2026 or by arrangement, we are looking for reinforcement for crisis intervention, as a contact person for social, medical, and police authorities as well as in the Housing First pilot project.

Your Tasks

• Support for clients in situations where the existing network reaches its limits when working with multiply burdened individuals

• Assessment of clients' life situations and making inquiries

• Creation of action plans and ensuring case management

• Regular relationship maintenance with Housing First clients

• Outreach crisis intervention

Your Profile

• Completed studies in social work (FH/HF), or nursing specialist HF with a focus on psychiatry

• Several years of experience working with people in emergency situations

• Resilient, flexible, and independent personality with organizational skills and reflective regarding proximity and distance

• Strong communication skills in dealing with clients, authorities, and other professionals

• Accepting attitude towards addiction, neglect, and alternative life concepts

What We Offer

A meaningful activity with a direct impact on the living situation of our clients

Diverse training opportunities for personal and professional development

A respectful work environment and flexible working hours

The opportunity to actively participate in innovative projects like Housing First

Further benefits can be found on our website.

Contact

Your questions regarding the position will be gladly answered by Lionel Mohn, Head of Housing Assistance, phone 052 267 63 37.

We look forward to your online application.