Emergency worker JAC region Diest

Job description

General Welfare Center (CAW) East Brabant is a independent welfare organization in the Leuven, Diest, Tienen and Aarschot region. The CAW primarily wants a hospitable point of contact are where all residents of the region can go with their questions and problems: people looking for information, advice, support, guidance, temporary housing, etc. We help unravel the problem and work together to find a suitable solution. You can read more about our work here: www.cawoostbrabant.be

We are currently looking for a aid worker for the JAC in team region Diest and we offer a part-time 
(70%) replacement contract.

 

HELPER JAC

The JAC is there for all young people between the ages of 12 and 25You can look up information, ask questions, or just have a chat. The JAC is anonymous and completely free. For more information: https://www.caw.be/jac/ 

Your duties as a JAC care provider:

  • You insure it reception : information, advice, clarification of questions, direct assistance, conducting intake interviews.
  • You do this physically, by telephone, online (mail, chat, Facebook, Instagram) and outreach in the Diest region.
  • Je guides young adults and this in the modules offered such as supported independent living, psychosocial support, ...
  • You take an active and constructive role in the team, with a view to the further development of client-centered assistance to young people and young adults.
  • You are open to collaboration with other sectors and partners and easily sees opportunities for this.
  • You take care of disclosure in schools, at other services, at events, etc. and is building a network for this purpose.
  • You participate in consultation, internal and external.

Desired profile

  • You are a committed and highly motivated employee with a bachelor's degree in humanities.
  • You are willing to work occasionally (early) evenings, on average 2 evenings per month until 19:30 PM.
  • Your attitude and approach reflect ours values: involvement, care, appreciation and quality.
  • You can empathize with the world of young people and young adults.
  • You focus on the positive. You are open, inquisitive and empathetic.
  • You find it important to look at situations from different angles and you have an eye for all areas of life of the client you work with. 

 

  • You're energized by combining different forms of care tailored to the client's needs. Outreach and online work are a natural part of that for you.
  • You can listen actively and are able to provide good clarification of questions.
  • You do not shy away from complex challenges and enjoy finding out which options and solutions a client can use to improve the situation.
  • You have an overview of the social map of Flanders and insight into the operation of Integrated Youth Care.
  • You see work and are energized by tackling various assignments and bringing them to a successful conclusion; you take initiative and are solution-oriented.
  • You can work independently as well as in a team.
  • You have good communication skills, both written and oral.
  • You are willing to work with non-Dutch-speaking clients and interpreters. Knowledge of French and English is a plus.
  • Possession of a category B driving license is an added value.

Our offer

  • A fascinating and versatile job in which you can make a difference.
  • Lots of autonomy in a strong team and dynamic organization that offers growth opportunities and space to develop talent.
  • Remuneration according to scale B1C of PC 319.01, as well as: group insurance, bicycle allowance, free public transport for commuting, extra-legal leave.
  • A part-time replacement contract (26,6 hours/week).
  • Area of ​​operation: East Brabant, location Diest

Contact

For more information, please contact Philippe Jacob, regional coordinator of the Diest team: philippe.jacob@cawoostbrabant.be 

Selection procedure

INTEREST?

If you are interested and you recognize yourself in this profile, please send no later than Wednesday 24/09/2025 by email your letter of motivation and CV to vacatures@cawoostbrabant.be with the reference 'JAC Diest' in the subject of your email.

The selection interviews will take place on Friday morning 26/09 in Diest.

For more information, please contact Philippe Jacob, regional coordinator of the Diest team: philippe.jacob@cawoostbrabant.be 

Before signing the contract, we ask you to provide an extract from the criminal record model 596.2 that is no more than 3 months old.

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