A Social Worker (m, f, x)

Permanent

Woluwe-Saint-Lambert

Job description

The Public Centre for Social Action of Woluwe-Saint-Lambert is recruiting

A Social Worker (m/f/x)

Under a 100% permanent contract, with a start date in March, for his Department of Social Action in the debt mediation service.

Your mission:

The debt mediation service is part of the Department of Social Action and its role is to find a lasting solution to situations of indebtedness/over-indebtedness.

The objective is to repay debts while allowing the over-indebted person and his or her household to lead a life in accordance with human dignity.

What you will do on a daily basis:

Analyze the person's family, financial, legal and social situation
Inform about the social rights for which the person would be eligible or about the existing measures to reduce debt.
Draw up an inventory of debts and verify the legality of the statements
Draw up a budget and propose budget guidance if necessary.
Build, where possible, realistic repayment plans, negotiate them with creditors and ensure their proper implementation ;
When the implementation of amicable plans is not possible or fails, inform about the legal alternatives and support the person in these procedures.

Profile

What we are looking for:

Education :

Hold a bachelor's degree, all specialties accepted, provided that the academic background has a relevant link with the position (e.g. bachelor's degree with a legal, social, sociological, psychological, psychological orientation, in public health, educator,...)

Behavioural skills:

Ability to establish a helping relationship based on partnership, ultimately aiming at the autonomy of the person.
Rigor in the application of the legal and ethical framework.
Ability to work in a team and collaborate with other departments.
Efficient organization of work.

Technical skills:

Knowledge of or interest in legislation related to debt mediation (collective debt settlement, consumer protection, consumer credit, seizures, etc.).
General knowledge of the judicial organization.
Good communication, both oral and written, with various interlocutors.

Assets :

Knowledge of Dutch and Selor language certificate.
Training in debt mediation.
Experience in a debt mediation service.

Why apply?

Why join us?
By joining our team, you will evolve in a dynamic environment that respects the work-life balance. You will have access to various continuing education courses to develop your skills and benefit from flexible working conditions.

What we offer you:

A gross monthly salary on the basis of a full-time job of at least 2,936.03 euros with a resumption of the useful seniority and in connection with the function subject to the submission of complete and valid supporting documents (according to our conditions);
An end-of-year bonus;
A bilingual bonus (if the Selor certificate is adequate);
Meal vouchers;
Possible home-workplace transport interventions depending on your personal situation:
- Free public transport (STIB/de Lijn/SNCB/Tec),
- Access to free parking,
- A bicycle bonus,
- A pedestrian bonus;
Various benefits via the collective social service (marriage bonus, birth grant, intervention in certain exceptional expenses, etc.);
Access to the Benefits@Work platform;
Hospitalisation insurance;
A second pension pillar;
A 10% discount with Ethias for insurance taken out on an individual basis;
A pleasant working environment, respectful of the work-life balance and in full evolution :
- A collegial dynamic, advocating professionalism and efficiency in a spirit of innovation, creativity, transparency and respect for staff ;
- An advantageous number of days off (about 40 days in a full-time job);
- A leave credit upon taking up the post ;
- A mobile working time allowing an arrival between 6:30 and 10:00 and a departure between 15:00 and 20:00 ;
- A possibility of teleworking up to 2 days a week on a full-time basis (according to our regulations);
Support for internal mobility (vertical and horizontal) as well as skills development through an individual and adapted training plan.
The provision of a laptop for professional use.

Conduct of interviews

How to apply?

Application deadline: 26/02/25

Selection procedure:

The selection of candidates will be made as soon as the tender closes. Successful candidates will be contacted around 06/03/25.
In order to help you get organized, please note the
Next date: A double written and oral test, on 10/03/25 (this schedule may be subject to change by the institution).

Inclusion and equal opportunities:

The Woluwe-Saint-Lambert CPAS values diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applications, regardless of background, gender or disability, and we ensure a respectful working environment where everyone can reach their full potential.