Animateur/trice 80%

As a Christian values-based and non-profit organisation, the Salvation Army provides support tailored to individuals and their needs. Résidence Amitié is a 52-bed nursing home located in the heart of Geneva city and offers its residents quality care in a bright and friendly environment. We are looking for our future activity leader.
Your area of responsibility

• You apply the fundamental principles of the Salvation Army, as described in the General Concept for the Salvation Army’s social work
• You participate in the nursing home’s mission for the well-being of residents and their support
• You design and organise activities adapted to the residents of the establishment
• You offer group and individual activities promoting the maintenance of social ties, cognitive abilities and residents’ autonomy
• You assist beneficiaries with daily living activities according to their needs
• You participate in the development and monitoring of residents’ individual projects
• You collaborate with a small activity team and other professionals in the establishment
• You ensure the transmission and documentation of information necessary for the follow-up of residents’ files (Carefolio)
• You contribute to institutional life, nursing home events and team dynamics

What you bring

• Commitment to the values of the Salvation Army
• Holder of a Federal VET Diploma as a socio-educational assistant (ASE) or a university degree (HES)
• Swiss nationality or valid work permit
• Attentive, you demonstrate kindness, gentleness and respect towards residents
• Proactive and dynamic: you are creative, take initiative and anticipate residents’ needs and wishes
• Versatile, you are able to lead varied activities, including musical, cultural or intergenerational ones
• You are able to propose outings and develop activities adapted to each person’s interests and abilities, including with simple means
• Flexible and responsive, you can adapt to different situations, unexpected events and adjust your approach according to needs
• Stress-resistant, you remain calm even in demanding situations
• With excellent interpersonal skills and a very good team spirit, you enjoy working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, while demonstrating autonomy, organisation and a sense of responsibility
• Professional rigour and punctuality
• Driving licence
• Availability for variable hours including occasional public holidays, evenings and weekends

What we offer you

• An exciting and varied position in a unique and rewarding environment. An activity with competent and motivated teams
• Excellent working conditions linked to the Fegems collective labour agreement
• Good infrastructure and a workplace near Geneva station
• Interesting opportunities for continuing education and good social benefits