Suara Cooperativa
Suara Cooperativa is a leading non-profit social services cooperative based in Catalonia, specializing in comprehensive care for individuals throughout all stages of life. The organization operates across diverse sectors including elderly care, childcare, education, and social inclusion, managing an extensive network of residential centers, day centers, and home care services. As one of the largest social economy entities in Spain, it functions under a worker-owned model where employees participate in the company's governance and decision-making processes. The cooperative maintains a massive presence throughout the Catalan territory, with its primary operations centered in Barcelona and surrounding municipalities. For international professionals, Suara offers a unique opportunity to work within a democratic business model, though most roles require specific local qualifications in social work or education and a high level of proficiency in both Catalan and Spanish to effectively serve the local community.
Company History
Suara was created in 2008 following the merger of three long-standing Catalan cooperatives: Escola de l'Esplai de Barcelona, SEPRÀ, and CTF. This merger aimed to consolidate their expertise in social services and create a more resilient, large-scale social economy organization.
For International Professionals
- Operates as a worker-owned cooperative, allowing employees to become partners and participate in democratic governance.
- The majority of roles are located within the Catalonia region, requiring high proficiency in Catalan and Spanish.
- Provides a wide range of social service roles including social education, geriatrics, psychology, and specialized care.
- Offers a stable work environment within the 'Social Economy' sector, focusing on social impact over profit maximization.